Tax
Europe Guide 2024 : Italy
Band 5
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The firm offers broad expertise, covering advisory work and contentious issues, including in a cross-border context. The law firm acts for a leading range of private equity houses, financial institutions and international banks. It regularly assists with matters relating to real estate and capital market transactions. The team also defends clients in criminal tax proceedings. Its lawyers offer transactional support with M&A and bond issuances. On 1st May 2024, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling merged to form A&O Shearman.
Work Highlights
- The firm advised EQT Infrastructure on the tax aspects of its acquisition of a 60% stake in a newly created company to operate Wind Tre’s mobile and fixed network.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I have been very impressed with the work performed by the firm, particularly with its team in Italy, which is exceptional."
"The team was pragmatic and solution-oriented."
"I have been very impressed with the work performed by the firm, particularly with its team in Italy, which is exceptional."
"The team was pragmatic and solution-oriented."
Notable Practitioners
Francesco Guelfi provides extensive tax support to banks, often in the context of M&A and financial transactions. His practice is complemented by his skills in contentious matters.
"Francesco is a very intelligent person."