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BonelliErede

Arbitration

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BonelliErede

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BonelliErede’s International Arbitration team assists Italian and foreign companies, advising on high-stakes and prominent cases, including institutional and ad hoc arbitrations on matters governed by different substantive and procedural laws and institutional rules, and in different jurisdictions.

Team’s experience covers a broad spectrum of subject matters (commercial contracts, construction, M&A, joint ventures, company law, agency and distribution, competition and EU law, telecommunications, etc.); it also advises on arbitration strategy and acts before national courts in support of arbitral proceedings and for the enforcement and setting aside of awards.

Lawyers have represented investors as well as States, and several team members also frequently serve as arbitrators in major ICSID, UNCITRAL, ICC, ICDR and LCIA cases. This experience aids in the guidance provided to clients on selecting arbitrators for particular tribunals, a crucial aspect of this disputes field.

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Arbitration - Italy

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

BonelliErede provides a leading bench of notable lawyers acting as counsel and chair in high-profile arbitration proceedings, including ICC, DIAC and UNCITRAL cases. The team is adept at handling corporate, financial and construction disputes. The law firm's clients are active in a wide range of sectors, including banking, infrastructure, energy and technology.

Strengths

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  • The firm follows arbitration with a wide team of professionals who provide excellent 360-degree assistance. It responds in a timely manner to the needs that arise during a case.

    Arbitration respondentEurope
  • The lawyers at BonelliErede are very professional and accurate. Their exchange of information and opinions is fruitful.

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  • The team is always timely in its answers and efficient in its communication with us and with the counterpart.

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  • BonelliErede stands out for the management of highly complex substantive and procedural matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Ferdinando Emanuele
    Band 1Ferdinando Emanuele

    Ferdinando Emanuele

    Ferdinando Emanuele highly acclaimed lawyer who is able to represent renowned corporations in arbitration proceedings. He's also praised for his skills as an international arbitrator.

    • Ferdinando Emanuele is very strong in investor-state arbitration.

      Arbitration respondentEurope
  • Band 1Andrea Carlevaris
    Band 1Andrea Carlevaris

    Andrea Carlevaris

    Andrea Carlevaris is a prominent lawyer who is best known for commercial and construction arbitration proceedings. Market commentators regard him as an eminent arbitrator.

    • Andrea Carlevaris is a referring point in the market.

      Arbitration respondentEurope
  • Band 1Giuseppe Lombardi
    Band 1Giuseppe Lombardi

    Giuseppe Lombardi

    Giuseppe Lombardi represents prominent financial institutions in arbitration proceedings, including before the ICC.

  • Band 2Paolo Daino
    Band 2Paolo Daino

    Paolo Daino

    Paolo Daino is a highly regarded lawyer who receives strong market backing as for his strength in arbitration. He assists with construction, energy, infrastructure and banking disputes.

    • Paolo knows the energy sector so well.

      Arbitration respondentEurope
  • Band 2Paolo Di Giovanni
    Band 2Paolo Di Giovanni

    Paolo Di Giovanni

    Paolo Di Giovanni is a well-regarded lawyer who represents clients in construction and banking arbitration proceedings. He is active in international arbitration under ICC and DIAC rules.

    • He demonstrates a strategic and commercial vision and availability for the client.

      Arbitration respondentEurope
    • Paolo Di Giovanni is very known and active in the market.

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  • Band 4Barbara Concolino
    Band 4Barbara Concolino

    Barbara Concolino

    Barbara Concolino is frequently seen representing construction companies in international arbitration. Her client roster also includes prominent names within the chemical industry.

  • Up and ComingGiovanni Minuto
    Up and ComingGiovanni Minuto

    Giovanni Minuto

    Giovanni Minuto advises domestic and international clients on arbitration matters, including DIAC cases. His clients are active in a wide variety of sectors, including construction, oil and gas and infrastructure.

  • Star AssociatesAnna Biasiolo
    Star AssociatesAnna Biasiolo

    Anna Biasiolo

    Anna Biasiolo's workload covers corporate and commercial arbitration proceedings across a variety of sectors, including construction, infrastructure and manufacturing. She is particularly active in cross-border mandates.

    • Anna Biasiolo is a very competent professional who assists the client with every step of complex litigation processes.

      Arbitration respondentEurope
    • Anna offers a methodical approach.

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