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Clifford Chance LLP

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Tax - Italy

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Clifford Chance is a well-regarded international firm that provides a comprehensive service including a broad range of tax matters. Its lawyers regularly advise on acquisitions and disposals, capital markets transactions and financing operations, with notable experience in the real estate sector. The law firm has recommended strengths in cross-border deals owing to an impressive global network. It also represents clients in contentious mandates, including disputes with the Italian tax authority.
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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised Prada on the tax aspects of its EUR1.25 billion acquisition of Versace.

Strengths

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  • Clifford Chance gives strong, reliable advice and support and has a strong dedicated bench.

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  • Its quality of service is excellent, characterised by accurate analysis and targeted solutions. The team's responsiveness is always prompt, with a strong focus on customer needs.

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  • Clifford Chance does fantastic work. The team is very reactive and is excellent from a technical point of view.

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  • The law firm has a high level of expertise in managing complex issues, thanks to its integrated and multidisciplinary approach, strong international coordination and ability to propose innovative and pragmatic solutions.

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  • Clifford Chance acts as an extension of the client's team, it has deep knowledge of the behaviours and practices of counterparties and goes above and beyond to turn things around quickly and clearly.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlo Galli
    Carlo Galli

    Carlo Galli

    Carlo Galli is a highly esteemed lawyer who often handles tax aspects of M&A and capital market transactions, such as bond issuances. He additionally advises clients on tax audits and assessments by the tax authorities.

    • His combination of technical expertise and focus on business objectives makes his contribution a real added value in the most complex transactions.

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    • Carlo Galli is a class act.

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    • Carlo Galli has deep knowledge of the Italian tax landscape and a strong understanding of how asset managers operate and therefore how to mesh the two together. He provides swift and impactful advice.

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    • Carlo Galli is an excellent professional and focused on financial tax matters.

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