Active in the energy, real estate and healthcare sectors, Ashurst’s Italy practice covers private equity, M&A, LBOs, asset deals, and joint ventures, along with corporate transactions and commercial law. Fabio Niccoli is particularly focused on Italy’s mid-cap market, while Carloandrea Meacci is experienced in energy, infrastructure and telecoms-related M&A.
Testimonials
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'Carloandrea Meacci is reactive, available and knowledgeable.’
‘They provide clients with a strong team that delivers strong support during deal negotiations.'
'Carloandrea Meacci stands out for his commercial skills and market understanding.'
'They understand the key issues of transactions and propose constructive solutions - constructive in the sense that they seek solutions which are compromises that secure the deal while not exposing the client to excessive risks.’
‘Carloandrea Meacci has outstanding commercial acumen, combined with very strong knowledge of jurisprudence. He is a brave lawyer who puts his skin in the game.'
‘Ashurst's team has extensive experience in the energy market and a client-oriented approach.’
'Carloandrea Meacci is a very good advisor before and after the transaction.'
'Annamaria Pinzuti is very precise, diligent, and a strong negotiator.'
Key clients
- Anima Alternative
- Appian
- Aviva
- Babcock International Group
- DeA Capital
- FSI
- Oquendo Capital
- Sunco
- WElink
Work highlights
- Advised Appian Natural Resources Fund II on joint venture agreements with Altamin (through Vedra Metals) for the development of the Gorno project, which entails exploration, drilling and subsequent mining extraction activities.
- Advised FSI SGR S.p.A. on the signing of a binding agreement with Sterling for the creation of a partnership aimed at creating a European leader in active pharmaceutical ingredients.
- Advised Aviva Investors on the initial purchase of a 35% stake in Innovo Renewables, an Italian company that develops, builds and operates renewable energy projects in Italy, the UK and Spain.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fabio Niccoli