White & Case (Europe) LLP’s one-stop corporate and M&A practice in Milan has Italian, New York and English law capabilities. The team’s key figures are public M&A deal expert Ferigo Foscari; Leonardo Graffi, a corporate, M&A and private equity specialist; London and Milan-based Michael Immordino; and Alessandro Seganfreddo, who assists with cross- border and domestic mandates. Other names to note are Andrea Pretti, who ‘has an incredible work ethic’, Caitlin Powell Gimpel, and Sara Scapin.

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'The team is highly skilled and effective at delivering deals with a very pragmatic approach.'
'They can manage complex processes in a seamless manner.'
'Leonardo Graffi gives the reassurance that he will find the solution.'
'Leonardo Graffi figures out how to get things done in a manner that is beneficial to the client and acceptable to the other side (even with difficult issues).'
'Andrea Pretti has an incredible work ethic and dedication to his clients.'

Advised Eni on its agreement to acquire Neptune Energy Group.
Advised IMA and its controlling shareholders on an investment made by BDT & MSD Partners.
Advised BC Partners LLP on its co-controlling investment (with Bain Capital Private Equity) in Fedrigoni.