With ‘a demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex, multi-jurisdictional PE transactions’, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton acts for leading private equity houses entering or exiting regulated sectors in Italy. The firm regularly assists in energy, telecoms, tech, infrastructure and pharma transactions, drawing on support from its leveraged finance, tax and employment specialists. Roberto Bonsignore, who advises telecoms and energy stakeholders, and David Singer, who handles investments and reinvestments, are the heads of the practice. Gerolamo Da Passano supports clients in M&A and joint ventures.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘This practice stands out for its demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex, multi-jurisdictional PE transactions, moving beyond a supporting role to act as the primary global coordinator for clients.’
- ‘Roberto Bonsignore is responsive.’
Key clients
- F2i
- KKR
- Ardian
- Asterion Industrial Partners
- Blue Pool Capital
- Stonepeak
- Allianz Capital Partners
- Silk Road Fund
- Sixth Street
- Blackstone
- Apollo Management Capital
- DIF
Work highlights
Advised F2i in the acquisition with KKR, the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance, ADIA and CPPIB, of the fixed network of TIM - Telecom Italia.
Advised F2i and Ardian in the €5 bln sale to Italgas of gas distribution group 2i Rete Gas.
Represented KKR on tax and regulatory matters related to its €2.9 bln investment in Enilive.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
David Singer
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Gerolamo da Passano
Practice head
Roberto Bonsignore; David Singer
Other key lawyers
Laura Prosperetti; Gerolamo Da Passano; Gianluca Russo