Known for its expertise in sports and cinema, Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners was founded by Mario Gallavotti and houses a team of experienced practitioners who regularly advise on corporate, commercial and regulatory matters, distribution agreements, IP licensing, as well as litigation. The team is also active in the development of projects and joint ventures, acquisitions, and the exploitation and distribution of content, where Antonio Bernardini is the key contact. Stefano La Porta’s broad practice encompasses advice on the audiovisual sector, the management and exploitation of media and marketing rights as well as the financing and acquisition of sports clubs. Commercial law and IP specialist Chiara Dellacasa is also noted for her expertise in the media and entertainment sectors.
Testimonials
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'They are very professional and pay great attention to the quality of the advice given. Being a boutique law firm, this makes them more client-oriented and able to establish a human as well as professional relationship. I also found them very flexible and willing to help us find solutions for our business. They have in-depth knowledge of the entire audiovisual sector and also of our specific area of animation.'
'Chiara Dellacasa has in-depth knowledge of the industry, including cross-industry, and is able to assist in the various aspects of pre-production, production and exploitation. She also has an excellent knowledge of all public production subsidies. Great availability and professionalism.'
Key clients
- Italian Football Federation (FIGC)
- Turner Broadcasting, a Warner Bros. Discovery Group Company
Work highlights
- Assisted the Federation in all phases of the bid to host in Italy the 2032 edition of the main competition for European national teams (UEFA Euro 2032).
- Assisted Warner Bros in several projects for motion pictures with leading independent producers in Italy for co-production and distribution in Italy and abroad.