Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe’s sizeable corporate and M&A practice has sector specialisms in healthcare, life sciences, tech, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, food, and retail. Attilio Mazzilli heads up both the corporate M&A and tech groups, while Guido Testa advises on M&A as well as private equity mandates.
Testimonials
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‘Proactive and pragmatic approach with specific competencies in different departments. Very responsive, professional and skilled.’
‘One of the key strengths of Orrick Italy's M&A practice is its sector-specific expertise. The team has successfully handled transactions across a wide array of industries, including tech, automotive, energy and oil and gas.’
‘A distinguishing feature of Orrick Italy's M&A practice is its comprehensive approach to transactions. The team's expertise extends beyond core M&A activities to include financing issues, compliance, and post-acquisition integration. This holistic approach ensures that clients receive end-to-end support throughout the transaction lifecycle.’
‘While many firms may offer M&A services, Orrick Italy's ability to provide sector-specific insights and end-to-end transaction support sets it apart.’
‘Clients can trust that they are working with a team that not only understands the legal and regulatory aspects of M&A transactions but also appreciates the strategic and operational considerations that drive successful deals.’
‘Guido Testa - what makes the big difference between Guido and other high-level lawyers is not his undisputed and obvious legal skills, but his sense and understanding of business, and ability to help managers and entrepreneurs make sensitive, well-balanced decisions. ’
‘Attilio Mazzilli has extensive, sector-specific expertise, a strategic approach to transactions, and a commitment to client service. Clients are confident that the team he creates for each deal has the knowledge, skills, and dedication to help achieve their strategic goals.’
- ‘Livia Maria Pedroni is an outstanding and dedicated tech M&A lawyer, known for her exceptional expertise and commitment to her clients. With a deep understanding of the technology sector and a keen eye for detail, she navigates complex transactions with precision and efficiency.’
Key clients
- Bianalisi
- Cerba Healthcare Italia
- Compagnia Energetica Italiana
- Ethica Global Investments
- HAT Orizzonte SGR
- Healthware Group
- Shopfully
- Mondadori Group
- Brumbrum
- Gemme Italian Producers
- MC2 Saint Barth
- Newsoft
- ARAD Digital
- Pelliconi & C
- Everli
- Torcitura Padana
Work highlights
- Assisted Everli with the sale of its entire share capital to Palella Holdings.
- Advised venture capital company Invitalia on its co-investments with JP Morgan Asset Management – Global Special Situations Group into the €25m industrial restructuring investment project of Pernigotti.
- Assisted Corvallis with the sale of its entire share capital to Tinexta Cyber.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Attilio Mazzilli