Legance - Avvocati Associati assists notable Italian and multinational entities on all aspects of employment law across industries and business sectors. The firm is regularly instructed to carry out multi-jurisdictional surveys and opinions. In addition, the firm is deeply familiar with employment issues arising in connection to M&A operations and reorganisation or downsizing processes. Managing partner Alberto Maggi practice which includes Elena Ryolo, who assists in major industrial disputes and innovative start-ups, and Marco D’Agostini, experienced in M&A-related employment matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Legance exhibits a valuable forward-thinking approach, making them a preferred choice for labor advice in Italy and abroad. They are willing to tailor solutions to align with a company's culture and goals.’
‘Silvia Tozzoli stands out for her depth of knowledge in labour law. She is able to demonstrate a nuanced understanding of the complexities unique to companies with a workforce sitting in different jurisdictions, enabling you to navigate intricate issues seamlessly.’
‘Able to understand the business's needs, on top of having high level technical knowledge.’
‘Alberto Maggi himself makes the difference.’
‘Excellent cooperation and very effective.’
‘Great knowledge and capacity to advise client.’
‘Their capability to provide consultancy to foreign people who don't know the Italian legal framework is appreciated.’
‘Legance covers whatever is needed in whatever domain in real time.’
Key clients
- 3M
- A2A
- Acciaierie d’Italia
- Alia Servizi Ambientali
- Ambarella
- Amplifon
- Apleona
- APCO World Wide
- Arthur J. Gallagher
- AS Roma
- Avis Budget
- Bain Capital
- BFF BANK
- Bang & Olufsen
- Bayer
- BeiGene (Ltd)
- Bending Spoons
- Bonfiglioli Riduttori S.p.A.
- Caleffi S.p.A.
- Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
- Cattolica Assicurazioni
- CDP Immobiliare
- Celli Group
- Centric Software
- CICC
- Cisco Systems
- Comdata Group
- CommScope
- ControlPlane
- Credito Lombardo Veneto
- Cutler & Gross
- Daikin Applied Europe
- Dana Holding Corporation and Dana Italia
- Darag
- De’ Longhi
- Delta Tech (Toray Industries)
- DI Capital Partners
- Energydome
- Eni S.p.A.
- Eqt Partners
- Farmacie Italiane
- F2i
- Feltrinelli
- Genui GmbH
- Grimaldi Lines
- Gruppo BWT
- Gruppo Ryoma
- Henkel
- H.I.G Capital
- ILVA
- Kemet Group
- Latteria Montello S.p.A.
- Lesaffre Italia
- Legal & General Investment Management
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Lutech
- Maire Tecnimont
- Mars
- MBDA Italia S.p.A.
- MAW Men at Work
- Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Microsoft
- Miroglio Group
- Museo Egizio di Torino
- Nexi
- Nuvasive
- Parmalat
- Olon
- Ostello Bello
- Perrigo
- Poste Italiane
- Prometeon
- Rheinmetall
- Sacco System
- Safilo
- San Raffaele University
- Schneider Electric
- Semitec
- Snam
- Sogeaal
- Sonatrach
- STMicroelectronics
- Sumo Logic
- Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group
- Uniflair
- UniCredit
- Università commerciale “Luigi Bocconi”
- Tyvak
- William Blain International
- Wise SGR S.p.A.
Work highlights
- Advised RedBird Capital Partners Management LLC in the acquisition of AC Milan from Rossoneri Sport Investment Luxembourg, including on the employment-related aspects.
- Advised BFF Bank S.p.A. in drafting a stock option plan characterized by innovative features, including exercise of the option without any cash outlay for the beneficiary.
- Advised Amplifon in a multi-jurisdiction project for the international mobility of hearing care professionals involving 13 jurisdictions, delivering outcome to client through an original and easy-to-read format.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Marco D'Agostini
Legance - Avvocati AssociatiLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Elena Ryolo
Legance - Avvocati AssociatiPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alberto Maggi