Clifford Chance‘s tax practice has an enviable reputation for its advice on the taxation of financial and financial instruments. It also covers M&A and real estate taxation, as well as tax disputes. Group head Carlo Galli advises on the tax side of M&A, capital markets and structured finance. Galli also covers international tax planning and tax litigation, while Sara Mancinelli specialises in real estate and capital markets taxation, along with tax litigation. Andrea Sgrilli and Roberto Ingrassia are other key figures.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘This team in one word - incredible. Go-to tax advisers in Italy and beyond.’

  • ‘Clifford Chance’s tax practice excels in handling complex, cross-border tax issues, combining global reach with deep local expertise.’

  • ‘The team is known for providing innovative, tax-efficient solutions in areas like M&A and structured finance.’

  • ‘Their multidisciplinary approach, working closely with other practice areas such as finance and corporate law, sets them apart from some other competitors.’

  • ‘Clifford Chance has a strong reputation for providing clients with comprehensive support on tax advisory matters. A top choice for businesses facing intricate tax challenges.’

  • ‘Carlo Galli - authoritative, commercial and with huge knowledge, but always with practical solutions. Clients feel safe with him on their side.’

Key clients

  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • Klepierre
  • Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
  • Eni
  • Kryalos SGR

Work highlights

Advised Klepierre on the tax side of a transaction concerning the ROMAEST shopping centre, which involved the acquisition of the entire interest, held indirectly by GIC Private Markets Pte, in an Italian property company.
Advised Kryalos (on behalf of the seller fund), on the tax aspects of the acquisition of the Bicocca Village in Milan.
Assisted a US investment bank with the transfer of financial leasing agreements.

Lawyers

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Andrea Sgrilli
Andrea Sgrilli
Practice head

Carlo Galli

Other key lawyers

Sara Mancinelli; Andrea Sgrilli; Roberto Ingrassia