Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability
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Shearman & Sterling retains a solid reputation for advising on cross-border M&A transactions. The firm has a strong focus on international matters, with all team members dual-qualified in Italy and the USA. The team's areas of expertise include acquisitions and divestments, with clients hailing from the pharmaceutical, finance, real estate and energy fields.
Work Highlights
- A Shearman & Sterling assisted Innovheart with a Series C equity financing from Granpharma.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team are well prepared. They are a very knowledgeable law firm."
"The practice group is very skilled in all matters."
"Shearman & Sterling is an excellent team that is able to handle sophisticated projects and is hands-on with all nuances. They are a very client-oriented team and a great pleasure to work with."
"The team are well prepared. They are a very knowledgeable law firm."
"The practice group is very skilled in all matters."
"Shearman & Sterling is an excellent team that is able to handle sophisticated projects and is hands-on with all nuances. They are a very client-oriented team and a great pleasure to work with."
Notable Practitioners
Giovanni Gazzaniga manages acquisitions and disposals for a clientele that often comprises private equity names. He is experienced in acting on deals within the pharmaceutical, energy, and food and beverage sectors.
"Giovanni Gazzaniga is a personable and knowledgeable lawyer."
Paolo Nastasi acts for a variety of clients, including investment funds, on high-profile sales and acquisitions. He is also noted for advising private equity firms on cross-border deals.
"Paolo Nastasi is a very balanced lawyer with strong commercial and technical capabilities."
Antonio Ferri is a well-regarded lawyer who assists with cross-border sales and acquisitions. His client roster includes holding groups and private equity firms.
"Antonio Ferri is always available and timely in requests."
"He is a great team member who is proactive and easy to get along with."
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