The food and beverage industry is central to Withers Studio Legale’s practice in Italy, with a particular focus on the wine sector. Its clients include household names and family-owned businesses alike. Its work includes advising on distribution agreements, licencing, trademarks and labelling. Managing partner Roberta Crivellaro specialises in cross-border transactions involving food and beverage companies. In addition, she leads the firm’s food practice.

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Key clients

  • Marchesi Frescobaldi
  • Chef in Camicia
  • Vignamaggio
  • Taste (Vinhood)

Work highlights

  • Advised on Marchesi Frescobaldi's agreement to purchase Domaine Roy & fils, one of Oregon's most prestigious wine producers
  • Advised on policy for management of personal data for a chef in Camicia.
  • Advised on merger between two of the group entities for Vignamaggio.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Roberta Crivellaro