Dentons has a strong presence in the debt capital markets space, advising on a wide range of matters including bond issuances, EMTN programmes, retail offerings, and structured products. The practice is spearheaded by a trio of experienced partners: Piergiorgio Leofreddi, who guides retail offerings, as well as purchase and exchange offers involving debt securities and regulatory frameworks; Gianpaolo Garofalo, whose practice spans securitisations, structured finance, and broader capital markets work; and Annalisa Feliciani, who acts for both retail and institutional clients on fixed income instruments, structured notes, and mini-bonds. Also highly active is Bianca Chiara Sinisi, who brings experience across a wide array of mandates, including securitisations, Italian public offerings, and transactions involving local public entities.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The firm offers a competent and proactive approach to clients.'
- ‘I worked with Gianpaolo Garafoalo on a very innovative product, and his approach was competent throughout the entire process, and he demonstrated an outstanding knowledge of all matters involved.’
- ‘Strong know-how, commercial approach with clients and counterparts, wide availability and ability to work under pressure with very tight deadlines. Global footprint is important; they become a one-stop shop for complex, cross-border deals.’
- ‘Gianpaolo Garofalo and Bianca Chiara Sinisi stand out as two of the most knowledgeable professionals in the Italian structured finance practice. Their expertise ranges from plain vanilla deals to complex, cross-border transactions.’
- ‘I highly recommend this law firm. The main team's strengths are their ability to provide quick, well-structured analysis and feedback, and they are always available to support clients promptly and effectively.’
- ‘I want to recommend Annalisa Feliciani and Bianca Chiara Sinisi for their professionalism. What truly makes them stand out is their deep expertise combined with a genuine client-centric approach. Their collaborative spirit and responsiveness create a seamless experience that builds strong, lasting relationships.’
Key clients
- Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP)
- Citigroup Global Markets Limited
- CPI Property Group
- Deutsche Bank
- Equita SIM
- Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane (FS)
- Informa Group PLC
- Intesa Sanpaolo
- Istituto per il Credito Sportivo e Culturale (ICSC)
- JP Morgan
- Mediobanca
- Snam
Work highlights
Assisting Cassa Depositi e Prestiti, acting as issuer, in relation to the record €1.25 billion issuance reserved for institutional investors.
Assisting the dealers IMI - Intesa Sanpaolo, UniCredit, and Banco BPM and co-dealers Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena and Banca Sella Holding in the 20th issuance of BTP Italia.
Assisting UniCredit in the disposal of a non-performing loan portfolio composed of commercial real estate loan exposures to a consortium of investors.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Bianca Chiara Sinisi
Practice head
Piergiorgio Leofreddi; Gianpaolo Garofalo; Annalisa Feliciani
Other key lawyers
Bianca Chiara Sinisi