Hogan Lovells International LLP routinely represents international clients in compliance and regulatory issues, data protection matters and IP-related issues. Other core workflows for the practice include AI, fintech and mobility, and the team also assists broadcasting and media companies in all areas of the law. Marco Berliri focuses on information technology, including e-commerce, ISP’s liability, unfair commercial practices and data protection, while Massimiliano Masnada is recognised for his prowess in mobile technology, social media, connected cars and telemedicine. Newly promoted partner Alberto Bellan is noted for assisting a range of tech-companies with regulatory issues and litigation proceedings.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Hogan Lovells Italy provides continuous advice on a wide range of legal matters, including regulatory matters, commercial and contractual law, and consumer protection. The team is extremely knowledgeable about regulatory issues and the company's business, which leads to highly efficient practical legal analysis and strategic advice. They have demonstrated throughout the years an ability to stay abreast of the times and new regulations.'
  • 'Marco Berliri understands our business extremely well, he is a trusted partner providing thoughtful and measured advice based on the circumstances.'
  • 'Marco Berliri is ahead of anyone else in terms of knowledge, experience and business-oriented solutions in the TMT/commercial area.'
  • 'Massimiliano Masnada is a true 'privacy' guru. In a world where many lawyers claim to be privacy experts, he is a true master of the subject, having worked with many large IT clients on privacy issues long ago, when data protection was a niche area.'

Key clients

  • Google
  • Meta
  • Open AI
  • Airbnb
  • Uber
  • eBay
  • YouTube
  • Twitter
  • Deliveroo
  • TripAdvisor
  • Booking.com
  • Bending Spoons
  • PayPal
  • PagoPA

Lawyers

Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Hall of fameHogan Lovells International LLP
Marco is one of the most well-known lawyers in Italy in the areas of TMT, commercial law and Information Technology. He has worked in this field for over 15 years and is one of the pioneers in the legal arena on Internet related issues in Italy. He advises many of the most important international players of the new economy with passion and dedication and is well known for his commercial and business oriented approach. Marco is a partner in our Rome office and is the head of the Technology, Media and Communications and Commercial Group in Italy.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Marco Berliri, Massimiliano Masnada

Other key lawyers

Alberto Bellan