Operating across five offices in Rome, Milan, Bologna, Sondrio, and Padua, Studio Legale VILDE is home to a highly experienced administrative and public law team, advising on the full range of matters, and is praised by clients for its ‘deep technical expertise and solution-oriented approach’. The practice group is co-led by industry veteran Riccardo Villata, who has significant experience in litigation, and Andreina Degli Esposti, who boasts over 25 years of experience in the field and specialises in public procurement and international investment in energy law. Giuseppe Cordedda is another key member of the team with experience in healthcare law and project financing, while Angela Sarli is knowledgeable in infrastructure and urban law. Riccardo Bovo regularly advises private companies and public authorities in the renewable energy and environmental sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Studio Legale VILDE is a one-of-a-kind law firm, offering superior quality services while being aware that time is always of the essence. It has unparalleled expertise in the field of administrative and public law as well as an uncommon ability to approach any issues from the entrepreneur’s perspective. The firm boasts a strong female presence: women constitute the majority of its professionals, including co-founding partner Andreina Degli Esposti, several partners and associates.'
- ‘What makes Studio Legale Vilde unique is the combination of deep technical expertise with an unusually pragmatic, solution-oriented approach. Unlike many firms that focus solely on legal theory, Vilde’s team consistently translates complex legal frameworks into clear, actionable strategies that help clients move forward with confidence. As a client, what I value most is their responsiveness and accessibility - you never feel like just another case number.'
- ‘Studio Legale VILDE combines technical excellence, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of how public authorities operate. The firm anticipates the wider context, providing not only robust legal advice but also practical strategies aligned with clients’ long-term objectives. Highly responsive and specialized, VILDE stands out for its exceptional competence and depth of experience, consistently delivering sophisticated solutions, reliable outcomes, and excellent value for money.’
- ‘VILDE is a reference point for excellence in administrative law. The team is fast and deeply specialized, with a track record of solving highly complex matters. Thanks to my numerous years of collaboration with their firm, I can affirm that their strengths include precision, a thorough perspective and a vast knowledge of public law. Moreover, they have proven to be responsive, even under pressure.’
- ‘The team is composed of some of the best minds in administrative law. Andreina Degli Esposti brings vision, empathy and exceptional pragmatism that inspire confidence and trust. Riccardo Villata is considered an outstanding expert of administrative law, combining academic prestige with sharp strategic acumen. Their colleagues add further strength, with expertise spanning energy, environment, public procurement, and public services, making VILDE an undisputed powerhouse in its field.’
- ‘VILDE’s team always finds the solution, even to the most complex problems. In my several years of collaboration on matters of urban law and real estate, I had the chance to test their accuracy and ability to manage the most delicate and high-stakes cases. With a presence across Italy and an approach that integrates administrative and corporate law, the team offers both breadth and depth. Unlike many firms, VILDE combines academic excellence with a business-minded perspective, ensuring advice that is both authoritative and practical.’
Key clients
- BNP Paribas – Leasing Solution s.p.a. (BNP Group)
- Edison s.p.a.
- EXIM (Export Import Bank of United States)
- GIP (Blackrock)
- Kos Group
- Lloyd’s Insurance Company S.A. (LIC Bruxelles)
- Saatchi & Saatchi s.r.l.
- SEA Società Servizi Aeroportruali s.p.a.
- Sirti s.p.a.
- Solar-X
- Tamoil Italia s.p.a.
- Tiscali Italia s.p.a.
Work highlights
Successfully represented Edison Next Government s.r.l. in securing a major public procurement for the energy efficiency of most of the hospitals in the Campania region.
Assisted Atlantica Sustainable in a multibillion-euro transaction concerning the acquisition of shares in several Italian companies active in the photovoltaic sector.
Assisting the Municipality of Follonica with all public law aspects of its relationship with the concessionaire managing the sports and residential complex known as the “Ippodromo dei Pini”.
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Andreina Degli Esposti
Practice head
Riccardo Villata; Andreina Degli Esposti
Other key lawyers
Giuseppe Cordedda; Angela Sarli; Riccardo Bovo