Headed up by tax specialist Ottavia AlfanoMolinari‘s tax team handles M&A, investment and banking and finance transactions, as well as the establishment of private equity, venture capital and real estate investment funds. The group also covers international tax planning and ruling procedures, along with tax litigation.

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  • ‘Gives immediate feedback in the most exhaustive way. In fact, any email or any memorandum received are always the result of deep analysis and the delivery of the work is always given after a final video call or meeting in person, where all possible outcomes are approached.’

  • ‘The firm's ability to navigate the complexities of international tax law is truly impressive.’

  • 'The combination of deep cross-border expertise, particularly in areas like transfer pricing and global tax structuring, sets them apart as a trusted advisor to multinational corporations.’

  • ‘Clear that their commitment to excellence goes beyond traditional legal services, making a significant impact on clients’ success.’

  • ‘Ottavia Alfano’s ability to lead diverse, collaborative teams across multiple jurisdictions ensures that clients receive comprehensive, strategic advice.’

  • ‘Ottavia Alfano and her team deliver exceptional dedication to clients’ needs, combined with strong technical skills and the ability to simplify all fiscal matters that support decision processes.’

  • ‘Paolo Ruggiero is valued for his insights, expertise, analytical thinking and deep understanding of business needs.’

  • ‘Andrea Cristiani is always collaborative, even where the objective of the engagement letter is very specific. He invests in his relations with clients  and is always available to give important feedback and memorandums on various issues beyond his mandate.’

Key clients

  • Hudson Advisors
  • Evoca
  • IGI Private Equity SGR
  • Loro Piana Family Office
  • Azimut Capital Management SGR
  • Outokumpu Group
  • Fondo Italiano di Investimento SGR
  • DeA Capital Alternative Funds SGR
  • OME
  • Bracchi
  • Blumen Group
  • Otis Group
  • Star Capital SGR
  • Test Industry
  • Tramec
  • Matec Industries
  • VAM Investments
  • Capitalink
  • Satispay Group
  • Narval Investimenti

Work highlights

  • Advised Evoca on the Italian tax aspects of the issuance of €550m senior secured floating rate notes.
  • Advised Pier Luigi Loro Piana Family Office, individuals, Icaria, Pompeo Magno Immobiliare and El Greco Venture on the reorganisation of Atlantic Investment.
  • Advised OME, a portfolio company of IGI Private Equity, on the acquisition of the Jungeblodt Group.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Ottavia Alfano
Molinari

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ottavia Alfano

Other key lawyers

Paolo Ruggiero, Andrea Cristiani, Matteo Mairone