‘One of the very top law firms in Italy', Legance - Avvocati Associati advises domestic and international banks (and financial institutions) on a range of significant financings. The practice is led by Monica Colombera, who brings expertise to energy and infrastructure project financings, and Andrea Giannelli, who consistently handles complex transactions. Tommaso Bernasconi's practice includes major acquisition and real estate financings. Other key practitioners include Guido Iannoni Sebastianini, Filippo Ruffato, Giovanni Scirocco and Antonio Palazzolo, along with Emanuele Artuso, managing associate Giuseppe D’Amore and senior associates Ilaria Rosa and Lucio Di Cicco. Simone Ambrogi was promoted to partner in June 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘One of the very top law firms in Italy.'
'One of the go-to names, particularly for project finance.'
'Very pragmatic and solution oriented.’
‘People who are always available and skilled.’
‘Lawyers that always try to understand the client's point of view.’
‘Good knowledge of sectors and industries, with a great approach to clients.’
‘Lucio Di Cicco, Emanuele Artuso and Filippo Ruffato all have excellent knowledge.'
Key clients
- Banca IMI
- Banca Nazionale del Lavoro
- Banco BPM
- Banco di Sardegna
- Banco Santander
- BNP Paribas
- Banca Popolare di Sondrio
- BPER Banca
- Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
- Crédit Agricole
- European Investment Bank
- Goldman Sachs International Bank
- ING Bank
- Intesa Sanpaolo Group
- Mediobanca – Banca di Credito Finanziario
- Monte dei Paschi di Siena
- Natixis
- SACE
- Societe Générale
- UniCredit
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading associates
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Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
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Andrea Giannelli, Monica Colombera