Banking and finance: Bank regulatory

Simmons & Simmons

An ‘invaluable partner for navigating complex regulatory challenges’, Simmons & Simmons' Italy practice acts for brokerage houses, investment exchanges, investment banks, commodity traders, asset management companies, and general insurance and life assurance companies on financial services and market regulatory matters. Financial services regulation group head Romeo Battigaglia has extensive knowledge of derivatives, structured products, financial instruments, asset management, investment funds, and market regulation; Andrea Tonon is the Italy alternative funds head; and Maria Giusy Naccarato regularly advises on cross-border regulatory projects. Other experienced figures are Enrico Leone and Mirella Di Carlo.

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Testimonials

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‘Capable of understanding business needs, which allows them to provide solid advice. Great attention to the client and good communication skills.’
‘Capable of providing good and professional advisory services and solutions in a timely manner.’
‘Stands out for its deep expertise in UK and EU financial regulations, making the firm an invaluable partner for navigating complex regulatory challenges. The team is highly responsive, and provides tailored, commercially-pragmatic advice that clients can implement with confidence.’
‘Their cross-jurisdictional capabilities and proactive approach to compliance set them apart from other firms. Additionally, their use of legal tech for regulatory tracking and commitment to diversity further enhance their ability to offer innovative and comprehensive solutions.’
‘Romeo Battigaglia is an outstanding professional - highly skilled in banking and finance law, with a particular expertise in regulatory matters.’
‘Romeo Battigaglia’s in-depth knowledge of complex regulations, both in the UK and across Europe, makes him a trusted adviser to clients navigating challenging financial landscapes.’
‘Romeo Battigaglia's approach is both pragmatic and forward-thinking, offering clients tailored solutions that address immediate concerns while mitigating future risks.’
‘Romeo Battigaglia’s ability to simplify complex legal frameworks and deliver clear, actionable advice sets him apart. Additionally, his collaborative nature and commitment to client success make him a valuable asset to any team or organisation.’

Key clients

Rede & Partners
First Sentier
HarbourVest
Generali Global Infrastructure
BlueBay Asset Management
Blackstone
BNP Paribas
Deutsche Bank
Arcmont
Jupiter
Schroders
UniCredit
Vanguard Asset Management
HitecVision
CoinBase
BlockChain
Crypto.com
StepStone
BB Trade

Work highlights

Assisted HitecVision with opening its regulated branch in Milan.
Successfully assisted MoonPay, CoinBase, Crypto, BitMex, Blockchain and BB Trade with obtaining registration to provide crypto-related services in Italy.
Assisting HarbourVest with the establishment of its Italian branch, including drafting all relevant MiFID policies.

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