Employment

Chiomenti

‘Extremely dedicated, available, and collaborative’, Chiomenti covers a wide range of employment issues in the Italian market, with specific strength in the fashion sector. The firm is able to draw on its wider expertise, such as in corporate, regulatory, tax, health and safety and IP. The team is led by Emanuele Barberis, who is a specialist in the fashion and retail sectors. Annalisa Reale is well-versed in complex restructurings for major international clients. In January 2024, Valeria De Lucia was promoted to partner.

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Testimonials

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'The Chiomenti employment practice is highly professional, knowledgeable, and has great expertise in the latest technology.'
'Extremely dedicated, available, and collaborative.'
'Emanuele Barberis creates positive relationships, always open to discussion and finding new solutions.'
'The employment law department, headed by Emanuele Barberis, is truly the best law firm in the field in terms of experience, knowledge of the fashion industry, and proximity to the client’s needs for accuracy and dedication.'
'All-around helpfulness and professionalism. Their support is truly irreplaceable.'
'The best quality of the firm is how flexible they are in understanding the company and business needs.'
'They understand the client’s needs and adapt their communication accordingly.'

Key clients

Gianni Versace
Michael Kors
Missoni
Ralph Lauren
Swarovski
Dolce & Gabbana
BMW Bank
Roberto Cavalli
Ermenegildo Zegna
Pomellato
De Agostini Group/ Dea Capital Group
QVC
Bain & Co
DNV
BNP Paribas
Investindustrial
Quattroerre SGR
Italiaonline
Fondo Strategico Italiano/Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Prada

Work highlights

Advising Tyche S.p.A. with labour law aspects related to the acquisition of Banca di Credito Peloritano, followed by a reverse merger, assisting Tyche in managing the union consultation on the merger and the harmonization of employment terms and conditions.