Bringing ‘an important international perspective to the market’, Simmons & Simmons supports national and international clients on restructurings, senior exit negotiations, investigations and compliance. The firm’s clients include major corporations in the fashion and luxury goods industry as well as the life sciences, tech and retail sectors. It is experienced in contentious settings, representing clients before the Supreme Court. Davide Sportelli oversees the team, advising on individual and collective dismissals. Stefano Lava specialises in HR management.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The team has extensive experience in fashion and provides highly tailored solutions that reflect the latest trends and operational needs within the industry.'
  • 'One of their key strengths is their ability to combine a global perspective with local insights.'
  • 'The Simmons & Simmons Italy employment law practice brings an important international perspective to the market.'
  • 'Stefano Lava is commercial in his approach, is practical and understands the dynamics of international business and the technology sector.'
  • 'The team is able to deeply understand the corporate culture and quickly become a reference point.'
  • 'Practical sense and a concrete approach. Knowledge of the fashion industry. Clear vision of the objective and strategic thinking.'
  • 'Stefano Lava has excellent negotiation capability, very sharp and pragmatic. Fully focused on the client’s goals.'
  • 'All the professionals we worked with demonstrated exceptional skills, along with great collaboration.'

Key clients

  • Giorgio Armani Group
  • Decathlon Italia Srl
  • LVMH Italia S.p.A.
  • Sephora Italia S.r.l.
  • Louis Vuitton Italia S.r.l.
  • Celine Italia S.r.l.
  • Acqua di Parma S.r.l.
  • The Capital Market Company
  • Mizuho Bank
  • ION Trading
  • NVIDIA
  • F2i SGR S.p.A.
  • FHP - F21 Holding Portuale Spa
  • Jefferies
  • Christofferson Robb & Company
  • Alcon
  • Balt Group
  • Binance
  • Rothschild
  • FTI Consulting

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Davide Sportelli

Other key lawyers

Stefano Lava, Emanuela Boca