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Bird & Bird

Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market

Global Guide 2026 : Italy


Bird & Bird

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Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market - Italy

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Bird & Bird advises public and private entities on mid-market M&A. The team is active on disposals, acquisitions and strategic partnerships, with additional expertise in joint ventures. The team is also adept at handling corporate governance matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Bird & Bird advised Toppan Films Private Limited on the purchase of 80% of the share capital of Irplast, as well as the drafting and negotiation of a shareholder agreement.

Strengths

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  • Bird & Bird is patient and always makes us feel important.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentGlobal
  • The law firm offers prompt and to-the-point advice.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentGlobal
  • The team stands out for its preparation combined with speed of execution, a very problem-oriented approach and practical effects on business management.

    Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market respondentGlobal
  • Bird & Bird is prompt and very quick in providing feedback.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Giovanni Gazzaniga
    Band 4Giovanni Gazzaniga

    Giovanni Gazzaniga

    Giovanni Gazzaniga manages acquisitions and disposals for a clientele that often comprises private equity names. He is experienced in acting on deals within the pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors.

  • Band 5Alberto Salvadè
    Band 5Alberto Salvadè

    Alberto Salvadè

    Alberto Salvadè assists with acquisitions, disposals, partnership agreements and capital increase transactions. He provides assistance to a range of clients in the mid-market sphere, including players in the food and beverage and pharmaceutical sectors.

  • Foreign expert for USAStefano Silvestri
    Foreign expert for USAStefano Silvestri

    Stefano Silvestri

    Stefano Silvestri is a well-regarded lawyer who splits his time between San Francisco and Milan and is notably experienced in cross-border acquisitions, sales and investments.

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