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A&O Shearman

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Europe Guide 2026 : Italy

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A&O Shearman

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - Italy

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman retains a solid reputation for advising on cross-border M&A. The firm has a strong focus on international matters, and a number of team members are 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.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Bending Spoons on the acquisition of WeTransfer, for a reported value of EUR700 million.

Strengths

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  • They have a very deep expertise and knowledge of the market and can provide assistance in complex M&A matters, spanning from listed to non-listed companies.

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  • The team is very responsive and always ready to intervene with appropriate solutions.

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  • The law firm offers absolute availability and ability to negotiate with attention to the client's commercial needs.

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  • A&O Shearman has a strong international network that allows clients to access different jurisdictions.

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  • The team comes up with creative ideas to find solutions to complex problems.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paolo Nastasi
    Paolo Nastasi

    Paolo Nastasi

    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 always calm and precise and manages to complete transactions thanks to his flexibility.

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    • He has a very commercial and extremely knowledgeable approach.

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  • Francesca Croci
    Francesca Croci

    Francesca Croci

    Francesca Croci is an experienced counsel with a notable track record assisting clients with cross-border M&A. She garners strong market recognition from her clientele, who hail from a variety of sectors including healthcare and manufacturing.

    • She is very competent and always available to try to solve complex situations.

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    • Francesca Croci is a highly skilled lawyer with the ability to provide seamless service.

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    • Francesca offers strong technical skills and is to the point. She demonstrates great commercial acumen and understanding of corporate finance matters.

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