Greenberg Traurig excels in 'understanding the broader business context, which allows them to provide solutions that are both creative and workable’. Paolo Bolis advises on hotel acquisitions, due diligence, and lease agreements. Marzio Longo focuses on transactions involving real estate complexes, student housing, historic properties and portfolios, while also advising on construction agreements. Both individuals co-head the team, which also handles complex repossession matters and real estate finance. Mara Penasa is recommended for the disposal of buildable land and her broad support across transactions. Davide Mollica and Camilla Picedi Benettini are also to be noted.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Marzio Longo is, in my view, one of the most respected lawyers in the Italian real estate industry. He combines deep market knowledge with credibility and integrity, which not only benefits clients but also fosters smoother negotiations by earning the respect of counterparties.'
- ‘Paolo Bolis, Camilla Picedi Benettini and Davide Mollica are outstanding professionals.’
- ‘Their strength lies not only in their legal precision but also in understanding the broader business context, which allows them to provide solutions that are both creative and workable in practice. Compared to other firms, their advice tends to be more integrated and proactive, with the ability to coordinate across different disciplines (corporate, finance, tax) in ways that set them apart in the market.'
- ‘The team of Greenberg Traurig is solid, capable, and commercial. Basically, everything you need from a law firm.’
- 'Marzio Longo is the #1 lawyer in Italy for Real Estate and Construction.’
- 'Paolo Bolis is very hands-on and a trusted advisor in all real estate-related matters.’
Key clients
- Manifattura Tabacchi S.p.A.
- Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets Limited
- UniCredit S.p.A.
- Villa d’Este S.p.A.
- Kervis SGR S.p.A.
- King Street Capital Management
- Bayerische Landesbank
Work highlights
Advised Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets (Europe) Limited in relation to the Italian leg of the pan-European transaction concerning the joint venture and acquisition of two student housing platforms.
Advised Kervis SGR S.p.A. in relation to the acquisition of the entire mixed-use real estate complex located in Milan.
Advised Villa D’Este S.p.A. in relation to the acquisition of the Hotel Regina Olga of Cernobbio.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Mara Penasa
Practice head
Marzio Longo; Paolo Bolis
Other key lawyers
Camilla Picedi Benettini; Davide Mollica; Mara Penasa