Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici houses an experienced investment funds team that frequently works alongside the firm's private equity, real estate, banking and finance, and tax departments to advise clients on a wide range of issues. Raffaele Sansone sits at the helm of the practice and has vast experience in advising private equity, private debt, and venture capital clients. Another key member of the team is Floriana Sarra, who specialises in collective investment management and financial market regulation.
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Testimonials
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- The team is highly skilled and very flexible, which is important when working on fund formation and with investors. The team is diverse and able to manage other law firms as well, and works abroad when required. Billing is also fair and honest.
- Raffaele Sansone is a highly skilled, brilliant mind and is able to offer the right solutions when needed.
- ‘The Partner Raffaele Sansone has a strong expertise and self-confidence in any regulatory topic related to investment funds or capital markets issues. He leads his team with a hands-on approach. The team includes members of all seniority levels.’
- ‘The team is well-prepared and perfectly structured in terms of the seniority of the lawyers. They met every deadline, delivering high quality legal products.’
- ‘The team consistently stays abreast of legal and regulatory developments and has cultivated deep expertise in Italian fund structuring. It is particularly adept at navigating complex fund governance challenges under Italian law.’
- ‘Raffaele Sansone is an exceptional fund formation lawyer whose profound interest in the field, passion for his work, and deep subject-matter expertise place him among the leading fund lawyers in Italy.’
- ‘The team's unique blend of technical excellence, responsiveness, and strong client focus is one of its most distinctive qualities.’
- ‘Among the many talented professionals, Raffaele Sansone and team deserve special mention for their strategic thinking, leadership, and deep sector knowledge — a true trusted advisor who consistently adds value.’
- ‘The team of GPBL has always been very responsive and crucial in supporting us. They immediately understood our business context and don’t just give legal answers in isolation, but comprehensive and cross-border advice. They have always been really collaborative and flexible on billing, which was really appreciated, compared to other firms we’ve worked with.'
- ‘Raffaele Sansone and Floriana Sarra are always available, smart and well-prepared.’
Key clients
- Cassa Depositi e Prestiti S.p.A.
- EOS Investment Management
- Kervis SGR
- Neuberger Berman
- Mais Family Office
- Intesa Sanpaolo
- Lumen Ventures
- Praesidium S.A.
- Tikehau Capital
- AVM SGR EuVECA
- Scouting SIM S.p.A.
- Russell Investments
- Redo SGR
- Adepa Asset Management S.A.
- Generali Investments
- Levante Capital
- Renaissance Partners
- Agreen Capital
- Azimut Libera Impresa
- Peck 35
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Raffaele Sansone
Other key lawyers
Floriana Sarra