In June 2023, ADVANT Nctm merged with Genoan shipping law firm Studio Legale Berlingieri, the combination bringing in Giorgio Berlingieri, the president of the Italian Maritime Law Association since 2005. The practice covers the gamut of maritime law issues, from charter parties and bills of lading, to operating agreements, ship management, liability limitation, and marine insurance. The group also advises on salvage, towage, collision, pollution, shipbuilding, and shipping finance, sales and purchases. Alberto Rossi is shipping department head, Alberto Torrazza advises on port logistics, and Alfredo Lizio is a shipping finance expert.
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- 'Having a multidisciplinary legal firm dedicated to all the legal matters which are typical in this field (insurance, ports, labour, tax, navigation, etc) is a great help for clients.'
- 'The staff at NCTM is large enough to address all the main topics. The firm also has a great network of internationally recognised firms, so clients always have an expert eye and only one port of call when they have a problem.'
- 'The team is comprised of specialists and provides a niche service to clients. They have good bench strength which sets them apart from some of their competitors; and the Berlingieri side to the firm always delivers a very tailored assistance.'
- 'Alberto Rossi - his plus is his deep understanding of the shipping industry, not only from a legal or regulatory point of view. His profound legal knowledge is a clear advantage for clients.'
- 'Alberto Rossi - where he distinguishes himself from other lawyers is his practical approach that often offers a winning solution.'
- 'Alfredo Lizio is very good during negotiations; Giorgio Berlingieri is very punctual, precise and responsive in litigation; and Alberto Torrazza is great for port matters and an excellent lawyer.'
- 'Simone Gaggero has good technical knowledge and is able to combine his technical competence with commercial acumen to provide sound practical/commercial advice to clients.'
- 'Filippo Cassola is a very friendly and professional lawyer - outstanding availability even for last-minute requests.'
Key clients
- MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA
- TIL – Terminal Investment Limited Group
- MSC Cruises SA
- Rimorchiatori Mediterranei S.p.A.
- Euroports
- Premuda S.p.A.
- Grimaldi Deep Sea
- West Of England P&I Club
- Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A.
- Anek Lines A.E.
Work highlights
- Advsied TIL – Terminal Investment Limited Group on regulatory measures.
- Assisted Deutsche Asset Management Fund – Rimorchiatori Riuniti Group with the sale and purchase agreement involving Rimorchiatori Riuniti Group (and all its companies).
- Assisting Intesa Sanpaolo with structuring a term loan and a guarantee facility of up to €400m for the construction of a luxury cruise vessel ordered by Neptune Co.
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Alberto Rossi