
PedersoliGattai covers a broad range of tax matters, spanning debt restructuring matters, M&A, financial transactions, tax litigation and private wealth. With a large international and multi-jurisdictional practice, the firm assists clients in a range of industries such as banking and finance, chemical manufacturing, food and beverage, automotive, and real estate. Giovanni Bandera co-leads the team, focusing on corporate tax, specifically M&A, private equity and private debt. Supporting him as co-head, Cristiano Garbarini goes ‘above and beyond’ in international taxation, banking and finance, and capital markets taxation.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Testimonials
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- ‘Great tax team formed by Cristiano Garbarini and Alban Zaimaj.’
- ‘We found a professional team of people, they meet our expectations.’
- 'They are highly pragmatic and are able to seamlessly cut through complexity to find solutions that are innovative and simplify everyone's life.'
- ‘Cristiano is an outstanding professional. He is deeply passionate about protecting his client's interests and operates with the utmost integrity. He is knowledgeable on a broad spectrum of law topics, ranging beyond the traditional aspects of Italian tax.'
- ‘This practice stands out from other firms because of its professionals and knowledge.’
- ‘The availability of the team is a unique trait, on top of their professional attitude and competence.’
Key clients
- AUCTUS Capital Partners
- BFF Bank S.p.A.
- Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
- Oaktree Capital Management
- Intermediate Capital Group
- Prada
- GV3-Venpa
- MV Augusta Motor
- PFC S.p.A. Società Benefit
- QCapital
- TAS S.p.A.
- Valtus Group
Work highlights
Assisted ICG, in its investment in Excellera Advisory Group.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Giovanni Bandera; Cristiano Garbarini


