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Francesco Gianni

Francesco Gianni

Europe 2026

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Gianni & Origoni
 Gianni & Origoni

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Italy

4 years ranked

Private Equity

Italy

20 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Francesco is the Founder and Senior Partner of the Firm. He is regarded as one of the top players in Europe in the field of M&A and structured finance. Was awarded by Chambers with the "Outstanding Contribution Award". Due to his position at the pinnacle of the M&A field, he is frequently asked to represent the largest companies and banks in Europe.

Career

Graduated in Law from the University of Rome. Attended Academy of International Law, The Hague; University of London, King's College (LLM); University of Michigan Law School (LLM). He practiced in New York and Chicago.

Chambers Review

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Chambers European Guide

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

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Individual Editorial

Francesco Gianni is a market-leading lawyer who has a stellar track record of advising leading corporates on high-value acquisitions, as well as handling the negotiation of complex strategic partnerships. His clientele includes insurance groups and entities in the luxury goods, banking and energy sectors.

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Private Equity - Italy

Band 1
Individual Editorial

Francesco Gianni has an outstanding track record of handling an array of high value transactions, including M&A and share disposals. He is additionally experienced in share deals.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Francesco is a great lawyer and well known in the market.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end CapabilityChambers European Guide

  • Francesco Gianni is an excellent professional, who is always ready to support his customer and find the best solutions.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end CapabilityChambers European Guide

  • Francesco is always a guarantee when it comes to high-level M&A matters.

    Corporate/M&A: High-end CapabilityChambers European Guide

  • Francesco Gianni is an absolute market leader.

    Private EquityChambers European Guide

  • He's simply the best.

    Private EquityChambers European Guide

  • He's a legend in the Italian landscape.

    Private EquityChambers European Guide

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