Capital Markets: Debt

Dual-qualified in Italy and the UK, Craig Byrne wins considerable support from the market for his presence on DCM mandates, frequently advising national banks and global financial institutions. He is particularly adept at handling sustainability-linked and green bond issuances, as well as project bonds.

"Craig Byrne is very good and has a strong grasp of the market."

Cristiano Tommasi of the firm's Rome office is skilled at assisting leading local and international financial institutions and corporations with DCM operations. He has considerable experience in dealing with green and sustainability-linked bonds as well as social bonds.

Stefano Sennhauser is a distinguished lawyer who represents various clients including private credit institutions and corporations as well as domestic and international banks. He is also highly experienced in synthetic securitisation mandates, as well as handling covered bond programmes.

"Stefano Sennhauser is one of the top lawyers in Italian capital markets and banking."

Emanuele Trucco assists clients with ECM operations including IPOs, share listings, tender offers and buy-backs. Clients belong to a wide range of industries, including the manufacturing, healthcare, software and financial sectors.

"Emanuele Trucco is always very available, on specific mandates and also day to day, for advice and help."

Pietro Bellone is a well-regarded lawyer who advises banks and private credit institutions on securitisation instruments encompassing acquisitions and transfers of non-performing assets, as well as secured and unsecured receivables and real estate loans.

"Pietro Bellone is a strong expert with a very detailed and hands-on approach."

"Pietro has the capacity to adapt simply and practically even the most complex loan agreements."

Alessandra Pala is widely recognised for her experience on DCM mandates. She often assists local and international banks and private credit funds with bond issuances and the issuing of green and ESG bonds.

"Alessandra Pala is a top lawyer as well as a really good adviser for all matters related to capital markets."

Sarah Capella is an esteemed associate who frequently deals with bond issuances and liability management transactions. Her clients often include syndicates of banks, as well as international financial entities and commercial groups.

"Sarah Capella is super-helpful and available."