Acting for both underwriters and issuers, Gianni & Origoni is home to experts in the issuance of debt products, including bonds. The team, which ‘distinguishes itself through its expertise in complex financial instruments’, also advises on securitisation deals, MTN programmes and liability management transactions. Debt capital markets specialist Richard Hamilton acts for issuers, banks and private equity funds on a range of securities offerings; and structured finance, securitisation and general banking practitioner Domenico Gentile ’stands out for his ability’. The practice further includes Alessio Palumbo, who predominantly advises on securitisation transactions.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Distinguishes itself through its expertise in complex financial instruments, particularly in structuring and negotiating high-value bond issuances.’
  • ‘Ability to manage high-stakes transactions effectively. What makes the team unique is their ability to navigate the intricate regulatory landscape with precision, while maintaining a forward-thinking approach to deal structuring.’
  • ‘They are highly proficient in coordinating among multiple stakeholders, ensuring that transactions are executed smoothly and on schedule.’
  • ‘Their innovative use of technology, such as digital platforms for document management and communication, enhances efficiency and transparency throughout the deal process.’
  • ‘This practice is unique for the excellent quality of the work and the availability of the people involved in the transactions.’
  • ‘Domenico Gentile stands out for his ability to provide a very high-profile legal service. Clients greatly appreciate the exemplary professionalism and ability of this lawyer.’
  • ‘Marco Zaccagnini and Maria Rosa Piluso are great in terms of knowledge and experience. They understand the needs of the clients and, in this respect, they are able to customise their professional support in such a way that makes a difference.’
  • ‘Maria Rosa Piluso and Marco Zaccagnini are exceptional in managing the entire practice in order to achieve the goal.’

Key clients

  • 2i Rete Gas
  • Azimut Investments
  • Blackstone
  • BNP Paribas
  • Cassa Centrale Banca – Credito Cooperativo Italiano
  • Cassa Centrale Raiffeisen dell’Alto Adige
  • Deutsche Bank
  • European Investment Bank
  • Fides
  • Goldman Sachs International
  • Intesa Sanpaolo
  • Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
  • Make Your Credit
  • Mediobanca – Banca di Credito Finanziario
  • Morgan Stanley
  • Società Metropolitana Acque Torino
  • UniCredit
  • Zetland Capital Partners

Work highlights

  • Advised Optics Bidco (as to Italian law matters) on the issuance of four US-dollar denominated and eight Euro-denominated series of notes for a total amount of €5.5bn.
  • Advised Goldstory and Stroili Oro (as to Italian law matters) on the issuance by Goldstory of high-yield bonds for an overall aggregate amount of €850m.
  • Assisted UniCredit, as originator, with its first consumer credit securitisation transaction (worth approximately €850m).

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Alessio Palumbo
Gianni & Origoni
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Richard Hamilton
Gianni & Origoni

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

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Paolo BordiEmanuele Grippo

Other key lawyers

Richard Hamilton, Domenico Gentile, Alessio Palumbo, Marco Zaccagnini, Maria Rosa Piluso