Hogan Lovells International LLP

Corporate/Tax

Counsel

For over 25 years, 16 of which as a counsel in the Hogan Lovells Tax practice, Serena has been providing tax assistance to foreign and domestic multinationals. Prior to joining Hogan Lovells, Serena was a senior manager at one of the most reputable Big Four Accounting firms, and, in such role, has grown and has gained phenomenal experience in the management of tax issues of cross-border transactions.

With her qualification as a chartered accountant, and deep knowledge of Italian GAAP and International Accounting Standards she is the main point of contact on all related issue. She is also well-versed in other tax matters, including drafting ruling requests to the Tax Authorities, defensive briefs, commercial agreements and legal opinions.

Purchase Price determinations, adjustments, indemnities mechanism and the like, especially in the more complex merger and acquisition transactions will have the imprint and interpretation of Serena, who will also watch out for the client for the possible tax consequences. Serena has also a wide experience in advising clients on post closing tax-related matters, including assisting them during tax audits and in the following out of court or in court disputes.

English, Italian

Chartered Accountant Association, Association of Statutory auditors

International Fiscal Association

Università degli Studi di Roma "La Sapienza", 1992