Clifford Chance's Italian, English and US-qualified lawyers consistently advise on standalone bonds, EMTN programmes and covered bonds. Other specialist areas range from corporate hybrid bonds and liability management transactions to covered warrants, Italian Government bonds, securitisation and exchangeable and convertible bonds. Corporate finance expert Filippo Emanuele jointly leads the firm's global finance and capital markets practice; Gioacchino Foti is a highly-regarded hybrid bond expert; and Tanja Svetina heads the structured finance team in Italy. Laura Scaglioni also brings expertise to DCM matters. Key support is provided by senior associates Jonathan Astbury, Francesco Napoli, Alberto Maero and Alice Reali.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The Clifford Chance team is very strong and ranks at the top in Italy. The team provides high-quality and timely advice.'
- 'Knowledgeable, always able to assist, and willing to discuss fees.’
‘Great team that's always going the extra mile to solve problems; it facilitates negotiations and ensures that transactions run smoothly.'
‘Filippo Emanuele is extremely knowledgeable and always available.'
'Filippo Emanuele is always willing to assist and go the extra mile.’
'Laura Scaglioni and Jonathan Astbury are hard-working, dedicated to their clients, thorough, and very experienced.’
Key clients
- Goldman Sachs International
- J.P. Morgan AG
- Mediobanca Banca di Credito Finanziario
- UniCredit Corporate & Investment Banking
- ABN AMRO Bank N.V.
- Morgan Stanley
- Credemholding
- European Investment Fund
- BNB Paribas
- Amco
Work highlights
- Advised Terna on the placement of a senior unsecured bond for a nominal value of €750m.
- Advised Cassa Depositi e Prestiti on its debut on the American capital markets, through the launch of its first Yankee bond.
- Acted, as sole transaction counsel, on the restructuring by Banca Ifis of a securitisation carried out through vehicle Indigo Lease.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Alice Reali
Clifford ChanceJonathan Astbury
Clifford ChanceLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Tanja Svetina
Clifford ChanceNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Gioacchino Foti
Clifford ChancePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Filippo Emanuele