LCA Studio Legale advises a broad range of maritime and transport clients, including carriers, insurers, and freight forwarders on both contentious and advisory matters in Italy and internationally. The practice covers commercial and insurance disputes, vessel sale and purchase transactions, and broader support across shipping, yachting, and logistics. Davide Magnolia, who is praised for his ‘deep transactional expertise in shipping, port and transport law’, leads the team and acts for domestic and multinational operators on complex sector-specific issues. Giacomo Falsetta focuses on transport insurance and shipping matters, particularly in out-of-court advisory work, while Carlo Solari advises on maritime law and insurance across both Italian and cross-border disputes.
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Testimonials
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- In the past, I collaborated with many other law firms, but since working with LCA, I have found serious professionals who know the field very well and always know how to give you the support you are looking for.
- What makes working with LCA unique is being able to rely on professionals who are always ready and always have the right answer and advice.
- 'I really like the dynamic approach, and they are very skilled and customer-oriented. ’
- ‘Davide Magnolia has exceptional devotion to work, very professional, and always updated on every single news on the maritime industry.'
- ‘Professionals in this sector are always up to date, available, and ready.’
- ‘Davide Magnolia combines technical expertise with the ability to listen to the customer, combining professionalism and an excellent understanding of the specific problem, often solving it in a matter of minutes. I also had the opportunity to work with Giacomo Falsetta, a very serious and competent person, and with Carlo Solari, a professional capable of seeing the problem from all angles and a dedicated expert.’
- ‘The team shines thanks to its deep knowledge of the market, capacity to deliver innovative solutions, and pragmatic approach. They combine top-level expertise in transactional matters with an equal level in litigation.’
- ‘Davide Magnolia stands out by combining deep transactional expertise in shipping, port, and transport law with innovative, dispute-avoidance strategies that reduce litigation risk. He frames issues with commercial clarity, and presents concise, actionable routes, and delivers precise drafting.’
- ‘LCA has very strong experience in the specific sector of shipping, so the assistance is very effective and strongly supports the company's needs.'
- ‘LCA invested a lot in technology, even for planning events and meetings. They also make surveys, and they organise very nice talks/events, which help us to always be well informed about the news in our industry.'
Key clients
- Alix International S.r.l
- Captrain Italia S.p.a
- CMA CGM S.A
- Danieli S.p.a
- Dario Perioli S.p.A
- Daxel Italy S.r.l
- ECN Transport S.r.l
- Energean Italy S.r.l
- Fischer & Rechsteiner Company Spa
- Jobson Italia S.p.A.
- Marcegaglia Group
- Porto Industriale di Cagliari srl in liquidazione
- Porto Turistico Internazionale Rapallo S.p.A
- Savona Terminal Auto S.r.l
- SIAT Assicurazioni e Riassicurazioni S.p.A
- Stef Italia S.p.A
- T&Ti S.p.A
- Tarros S.p.A
Work highlights
Representing Jobson Italia S.p.A.in seeking compensation for damage caused to its yachts and port premises.
Advising Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi on negotiation with Ferretti S.p.A. shipyard for the purchase of a luxury superyacht.
Assisted Terminal del Golfo S.p.A. on negotiating its purchase of a ship-to-shore crane from the Port Authority of Palermo.
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Practice head
Davide Magnolia
Other key lawyers
Giacomo Falsetta; Carlo Solari