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Freshfields

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Global Guide 2026 : Italy

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability - Italy

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Freshfields retains a solid reputation for its strong cross-border capabilities, bolstered by an extensive network of offices around the world. The respected firm offers substantial know-how in the retail, pharmaceutical, fashion and manufacturing industries. The experienced team frequently handles acquisitions, share deals and inbound private equity investments.

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Work Highlights

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  • Freshfields advised Subsea on a proposed combination with Saipem, for an approximate value of EUR10 billion.

Strengths

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  • Freshfields is a law firm with many partners, each with extensive expertise in specific areas of business law.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • The team has solid technical preparation, critical thinking skills and strategic flexibility.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • Freshfields presents a great ability to relate to counterparties, as well as extensive experience in negotiating major transactions.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • Freshfields demonstrates strong cohesion and dedication to the client.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

  • The team combines excellent technical know-how and a very strong transactional and deal-making sense.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Luigi Verga
    Luigi Verga

    Luigi Verga

    Luigi Verga is a highly regarded lawyer who assists corporates with acquisitions and disposals. He is also noted for his skills in private equity mandates.

    • His negotiating ability is undoubted, as is his pragmatism.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Luigi Verga is a reliable lawyer, an excellent negotiator and a connoisseur of the various facets of deals.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Luigi is pragmatic and competent, which are both indispensable qualities for M&A.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Luigi demonstrates a considerable knowledge of the sector, as well as a high business sense and a high ability to understand the needs and requests of the counterparty.

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  • Nicola Asti
    Nicola Asti

    Nicola Asti

    Nicola Asti is an eminent lawyer who frequently handles high-stakes multi-jurisdictional transactions in the life sciences and banking sectors, among others.

    • Nicola's international experience, combined with a deep knowledge of market dynamics, contributes decisively to the success of a transaction.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Nicola is always able to provide support, providing practical solutions with regard to any issue that is submitted to him.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Nicola Asti is a connoisseur of the market and an excellent negotiator, able to mediate between different positions and at the same time acting in the interests of the client.

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  • Luca Sponziello
    Luca Sponziello

    Luca Sponziello

    Luca Sponziello assists clients with acquisitions and mergers across a variety of industries. He also advises on sales and private equity deals.

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  • Giulio Politi
    Giulio Politi

    Giulio Politi

    Giulio Politi is a notable senior associate who often deals with multi-jurisdictional M&A and the establishment of joint ventures.

    • Giulio Politi distinguishes himself for his clarity and strategic thinking. He demonstrates great reaction times and leadership skills in the coordination of resources.

      Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondentGlobal

    • Giulio is a remarkable lawyer combining strong technical expertise with pragmatism and an excellent vision of legal issues.

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