TMT: Telecommunications
Europe Guide 2024 : Italy
Band 1
About
Provided by Baker McKenzie
We have a substantial and enduring practice in the field of information technology and communications law. We are consistently ranked as leading law practice in Italy in this field, and the go to firm for outsourcing, e-commerce/ e-marketing, privacy and data security. We represent a broad mix of users and suppliers of information and communication technology products and services. Our team is currently composed of 16 professionals. Our focus is on supporting clients on the lifecycle of complex transactions, from the initial structure, to closing the deal, avoiding and resolving problems and if necessary using formal dispute processes. Our approach is to provide responsive, commercially pragmatic advice and solutions, with a team of lawyers who have in-depth experience of the legal and technological issues that can arise. We also specialize in dispute resolution of technology disputes. This includes experience not just of litigation and arbitration but also of alternative dispute resolution. We also have a leading communications practice. We have been advising new entrants and incumbent telecommunications operators in a wide range of contractual and regulatory issues since the deregulation of the telecommunications industry. We provide the full scope of services sophisticated telecommunications clients expect. The mix of multi-disciplinary, multi-jurisdictional expertise enables our practice to provide clients with integrated advice in both a local and cross-border context.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie offers strong IT and telecommunications practices with expertise in a broad range of areas including e-commerce, AI and IT solutions. The law firm is active in data protection, GDPR compliance and contentious mandates relating to electronic payment and app development. Its telecommunications team advises on domestic regulatory issues, contracts and machine-to-machine services. It also handles acquisitions and the negotiation of agreements within the sector. It principally acts for major European corporates.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie assisted OpNet with all regulatory, commercial and tech matters related to its operations in Italy.
Strengths
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"The team features a huge variety of professionals, all engaged in product delivery and client service."
"They have great technical capabilities; they are timely and understand urgency."
"The team features a huge variety of professionals, all engaged in product delivery and client service."
"They have great technical capabilities; they are timely and understand urgency."
Notable Practitioners
Raffaele Giarda has built a sterling reputation for his work in the telecoms sector. His recent caseload has included contractual and regulatory matters for telecoms providers, as well as for streaming and e-commerce platforms.
Francesca Gaudino is a highly active specialist in the data protection, GDPR and privacy arenas. She has further experience in the area of IT solutions and the setting up of e-commerce and banking platforms.
"Francesca Gaudino is a well-respected name in the TMT community and has an international mindset. She's always able to provide business-savvy and legally solid advice in short timeframes."
Lorenzo de Martinis is an esteemed lawyer who is well versed in contractual and contentious issues, often handling matters for multinational technology companies. He frequently advises on mandates involving payment platforms.
"Lorenzo is flexible and always available, even at the last minute."
Ranked Lawyers at
Baker McKenzie
Italy
Members
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Andrea Mezzetti
Francesca Gaudino
Head of Department
Lorenzo de Martinis
Raffaele Giarda
Clients
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Automobili Lamborghini
Colt Technology Services
Linkem
Moncler
NEXI Payments
Sky Italia
Industries
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Automotive
Construction
Fashion & Luxury
Financial Sector
Media
Retail
Social Media
Telecoms