Department profile
Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners

TMT: Media

Europe Guide 2026 : Italy


Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners

Rankings

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TMT: Media - Italy

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners has an active team focused on television and film mandates. The law firm advises on a variety of issues including M&A, litigation, rights acquisitions, film distribution, production and regulatory and advertising matters. It additionally handles IP protection mandates in the media space, including copyright claims. Sponsorship contracts and agreements for live sports are another area of focus for the team. Its lawyers often act for prominent national and international media companies, as well as sports clubs and associations.

Work Highlights

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  • Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners assisted Turner Broadcasting System Europe with the production and distribution of kids' channels and related digital services and apps in Italy through DTT, satellite and cable.

Strengths

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  • Gallavotti Bernardini & Partners' ability to bridge domestic priorities with international opportunities is particularly distinctive. It has a global mindset paired with local expertise.

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  • The law firm is always very quick and responsive in providing us with answers and advice, especially when requests are urgent.

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  • Its lawyers' ability to align domestic demands with international opportunities is truly distinctive.

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  • The law firm provides the best legal assistance on the TV and cinema businesses, including production.

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  • What distinguishes the firm is its seriousness, ability to clearly identify critical issues and propose appropriate solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Antonio Bernardini
    Band 2Antonio Bernardini

    Antonio Bernardini

    Antonio Bernardini advises clients on a broad scope of work including content distribution and production, as well as contractual and regulatory matters. His clients consist of major international and regional media companies.

    • He combines a highly adaptable and efficient approach across multiple jurisdictions with a solid international standing, extensive industry experience and exceptional negotiation skills with leading global players.

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    • Antonio Bernardini stands out for his rare combination of international legal qualifications, deep industry knowledge and negotiation skills.

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    • He is highly qualified.

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    • He is able to support the client's business with creative solutions in all markets.

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  • Band 2Chiara Dellacasa
    Band 2Chiara Dellacasa

    Chiara Dellacasa

    Chiara Dellacasa is a prominent lawyer who often assists media entities with a broad array of issues, from production and distribution agreements to regulatory and IP matters.

    • Her cross-disciplinary experience, combined with a solid understanding of complex legal frameworks and industry practices, makes her a highly valuable legal professional.

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    • Chiara Dellacasa has a high level of knowledge of the sector regulations.

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    • The quality that makes her stand out is her ability to go in depth on different subject matters.

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