The private equity practice at Latham & Watkins LLP is experienced in both inbound and outbound M&A deals. The practice also covers take-privates, minority investments, fund-to-fund transfers, and corporate carve-outs. The department is led by M&A, private equity, joint venture and cross-border deal expert Stefano Sciolla. Giovanni Sandicchi advises on contract and corporate law. The practice also features Andrea Stincardini. Giancarlo D’Ambrosio departed in April 2024. Post-publication, Cataldo Piccarreta and Giorgia Lugli left the firm.
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Practice head
Stefano Sciolla
Other key lawyers
Giovanni Sandicchi; Andrea Stincardini; Luca Maranetto