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A&O Shearman

Private Equity

Europe Guide 2026 : Italy

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A&O Shearman

Rankings

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Private Equity - Italy

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman offers a sound private equity practice assisting with mid-market transactions. The team demonstrates experience across a wide range of industries including food and beverage, healthcare and luxury. The team is equipped to advise clients on M&A and financing rounds.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Teralys on the acquisition of Nutkao.

Strengths

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  • Its lawyers demonstrate a great attention to drafting robust contracts, with a pragmatic and deal-oriented approach, as well as a very high level of expertise.

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  • The team has the ability to be pragmatic yet meticulous and highlight real issues encountered in negotiations.

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  • Its defining strengths are its proactivity and commercial acumen.

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  • A&O Shearman provides an integrated approach across the practices involved, with access to the international network for cross-border transactions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paolo Nastasi
    Paolo Nastasi

    Paolo Nastasi

    Paolo Nastasi demonstrates noteworthy expertise in the private equity sector, working on significant acquisitions, disposals and partnerships. He acts for international corporates and investment funds, and is active in the medical, real estate and IT sectors.

    • He has an incredible ability to understand his clients' business objectives and represent them in negotiations, consistently achieving excellent results even in challenging negotiating environments.

      Private Equity respondentEurope

    • Paolo Nastasi is an exceptional lawyer and a point of reference for any project we explore in Italy.

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    • Paolo has a natural ability to connect with the client and the other advisory teams involved. He takes a proactive and collaborative approach to the transaction, and is a pleasure to work with.

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