Pamela Floriani
Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzie2
Tax
Comprising approximately 20 professionals, Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzie covers the whole tax spectrum, including corporate and income tax, VAT, international tax, transfer pricing, and tax disputes. The group is particularly focused on tax risk management strategies. The team is jointly led by Francesco Pisciotta, ‘a trusted advisor in Italy’, and international tax planning specialist Michele Santocchini. The group further includes tax litigator Barbara Faini, who is experienced in cross-border and domestic transactions, the application of tax treaties, partnerships’ tax issues, and customs duties; and Pamela Floriani and Davide Chiesa.
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Testimonials
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‘Clients rarely see such availability and willingness to accommodate and collaborate with clients as they do with Baker McKenzie Italy.’
‘The composition of the team is very heterogeneous in terms of skills and experience, and this makes them very effective at analysing case studies from various aspects.’
‘Very efficient in providing timely consultancy in accordance with the fast turnaround times required by companies and top management.’
‘Very good teamwork and always proactive.’
'Michele Santocchini and his team manage, from the first meeting, to focus on the fundamental points to be explored in depth to guarantee quality analysis.'
‘Technical, legal knowledge is mostly a given but real, recent, relevant experience is hard to get, and this is the key for clients when using Michele Santocchini and Giulia Trabattoni.’
‘Francesco Pisciotta and his team bring a huge amount of experience to the table, though they also invest deeply in the relationship and understanding of the client’s business. This is reflected in the high-quality and comprehensive advice received.’
‘Francesco Pisciotta is a trusted advisor in Italy. He takes time to build excellent relationships with clients, and is able to pair his technical expertise with their realities. ’
Key clients
- Amgen
- Nhoa Energy
Work highlights
- Assisted Amgen in litigation before the Supreme Court, overturning previous decisions on the value of settlement as a novation (leading to a significant refund of penalties).
- Assisted Nhoa Energy with transfer pricing issues.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Francesco Pisciotta
Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzieNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Barbara Faini
Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenziePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Francesco Pisciotta, Michele Santocchini