Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe‘s practice is mandated by investors and portfolio companies to handle tech-related private equity and venture capital transactions. Guido Testa is a highly-regarded private equity lawyer, while Attilio Mazzilli has a significant track record in advising investors on high-stakes deals. The practice further includes May 2024 recruit Fabio Fauceglia, from legacy firm Shearman & Sterling, as well as experienced practitioners Alessandro Vittoria and Livia Maria Pedroni.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Orrick is quite distinctive in the private equity market.’

  • ‘They have specific knowledge of the legal topics and matters, and a deep understanding of market practice.’

  • ‘Alessandro Vittoria really adds value to the practice, helping clients find new and simple solutions to complex situations.’

Key clients

  • Neva SGR
  • Indaco Venture Partners
  • Panakès Partners
  • Partech Venture
  • HAT SGR
  • Invitalia
  • Nextalia Private Equity
  • Ethica Global Investments
  • LIFTT
  • Swiss EFI Lake Geneva Ventures

Work highlights

  • Advised Neva SGR, the venture capital arm of the Intesa Sanpaolo Group, on its investment in the €100m Series C financing of D-Orbit.
  • Advised Indaco Venture Partners on its investment in the $38m Series A financing of Freya Biosciences.
  • Advised HAT on its sale of Burke & Burke.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Guido Testa

Next generation partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Alessandro Vittoria

Practice head

Guido Testa; Attilio Mazzilli

Other key lawyers

Fabio Fauceglia; Alessandro Vittoria; Livia Maria Pedroni