Europe Guide 2026 : Italy
Ranked Individual
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Ashurst has expertise in assisting clients with the tax aspects of financing and acquisitions, with further experience in withholding taxes and derivatives exposure. The law firm also represents clients in matters involving tax inspections, appeals and litigation. The team is noted for its work in cross-border mandates.
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Ashurst advised Ares Management Infrastructure Debt Funds on the financing of Asterion Industrial Partners' acquisition of a 49% shareholding in 2i Aeroporti.
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Ashurst really understands the client's commercial background, rather than just getting stuck in the technical aspects.
Ashurst provides impeccable analysis and very careful management of disputes and strategies to be adopted.
Ashurst is brilliant in assisting highly demanding clients, both in terms of timelines and innovative solutions, while also adapting to the client's individuality.
Ashurst is a notable strong player in the Italian tax area. The law firm has strong partners and provides reliable, proactive deliverables.
Ashurst is extremely responsive and studies all matters in detail. It strikes a very good balance between technicality and commercial service.
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Michele Milanese of Ashurst is well versed in transactional taxation, acting for clients from the investment capital and banking sectors. He routinely provides advice on tax regulatory matters and is also experienced in the tax aspects of financings. Additionally, he represents clients in tax litigation.
Michele is truly a champion in his area of expertise, both for his professional and human qualities.
He stands out for his combination of specialised expertise, pragmatic approach and attention to the specific needs of the client, offering strategic support beyond mere legal advice.
Michele is outstanding, when things get difficult he stays calm and manages to respond to unexpected and sudden requests. He is very commercial and provides clear options and alternative solutions.
Michele Milanese is an excellent tax expert, has great depth of knowledge, is always available and always solution oriented. He looks for the best options to help in closing a deal.
Michele Milanese combines understanding and very deep technical knowledge, he dominates his subject but is pragmatic, solution-oriented and skilful,
Tax
Global 2026
Practice area: Tax
Location: Global: Multi-Jurisdictional
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