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Chiomenti

Capital Markets: Equity

Europe Guide 2026 : Italy


Chiomenti

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Capital Markets: Equity - Italy

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Chiomenti is a highly reputed national law firm with a broad capital markets practice covering equity and debt, as well as structured finance. The team is very well suited to handling NPL portfolio transactions in the context of complex securitisation. Chiomenti is also skilled at assisting with green, hybrid and covered bonds, EMTN programmes and other DCM mandates, as well as IPOs, voluntary tender offers and share capital transactions. Chiomenti offers UK law capabilities thanks to its London office, and clients benefit from the firm's full-service offering, with tax partners frequently seen acting on complex capital markets transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Chiomenti assisted Mediobanca as the arranger and lead manager in relation to the EUR6 billion update of AMCO - Asset Management Company's EMTN programme, including the issuance of dematerialised notes.

Strengths

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  • Chiomenti's partners have very good commercial understanding and sensitivity.

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  • The quality of Chiomenti's service is of a very high standard and its responsiveness is truly impressive. Every time a question is submitted, even informally, we receive quick and quality input.

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  • The capital markets team at Chiomenti is distinguished by its speed of feedback and availability.

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  • Chiomenti is noted for its competence and availability at the highest level.

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  • Chiomenti can find solutions even in complex situations and with attention to the intended objectives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Star IndividualsGregorio Consoli
    Star IndividualsGregorio Consoli

    Gregorio Consoli

    Gregorio Consoli is an outstanding lawyer with a vast amount of experience in structured finance matters. He assists banks with the implementation of securitisation programmes and the management of NPL and UTP portfolios, as well as handling DCM mandates for financial institutions and corporate clients.

    • Gregorio is reactive, hyper-performing in complex situations and very flexible at a commercial level.

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    • Gregorio Consoli can deliver innovative solutions to very complex matters and is available at all times.

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    • Gregorio is incredibly diligent and always engaged and involved in transactions.

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    • Gregorio Consoli combines technical competence and strategic vision with attention to detail, which are elements that make him a professional of absolute importance in the legal landscape.

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    • Gregorio Consoli is distinguished by his high level of legal expertise, outstanding analytical skills, problem-solving skills and team leadership.

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  • Band 1Gianrico Giannesi
    Band 1Gianrico Giannesi

    Gianrico Giannesi

    Gianrico Giannesi is an eminent lawyer who frequently advises on securitisation transactions, as well as dealing with the securitisation of non-performing loan portfolios. His client list includes Italian and international banks and financial services providers.

    • Gianrico Giannesi is very diligent and hard working.

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    • Gianrico is highly expert in securitisation and brings all his experience to the client's advantage. He has seen it all in structured finance and that experience is great at resolving complex issues.

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    • Gianrico Giannesi is a super good lawyer.

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  • Band 2Benedetto La Russa
    Band 2Benedetto La Russa

    Benedetto La Russa

    Benedetto La Russa is a highly regarded lawyer who advises major corporations and financial institutions, domestic and international, on DCM operations. He is an expert on the issuance of green and sustainability-linked bonds and high-yield issues.

    • Benedetto La Russa is always ready to provide the client with support, even when requests may deviate from the standards and must therefore be carefully evaluated.

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    • Benedetto is always available, proactive and competent in the subjects covered.

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    • Benedetto La Russa is very calm and relaxed and makes complex matters straightforward. You can always explain what you need and he will deliver the right solution, he listens and he delivers.

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    • Benedetto supports institutional clients, banks and issuing companies in all phases of a transaction, ensuring effective, timely solutions fully adhering to the objectives of the deal.

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    • Benedetto La Russa is very responsive and comfortable in complex negotiations.

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  • Band 3Italo De Santis
    Band 3Italo De Santis

    Italo De Santis

    Italo De Santis has built a strong practice advising Italian and international clients on equity capital market issues and corporate transactions.

    • Italo De Santis is very good at resolving problems and great at handling clients. He is well prepared and good at finding commercial solutions.

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