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Francesco Gianni
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Lawyers profile | Europe 2026: Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability, Private Equity
Francesco Gianni
Ranked in 2 Practice Areas

Star Individuals

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Italy

4 Years Ranked

1

Band 1

Private Equity

Italy

20 Years Ranked

Ranked in Guides
Global 2026

About

Provided by Francesco Gianni

Europe

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

Star Individuals
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

1
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 Capability respondent
Chambers 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 Capability respondent
Chambers European Guide

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

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability respondent
Chambers European Guide

Francesco Gianni is an absolute market leader.

Private Equity respondent
Chambers European Guide

He's simply the best.

Private Equity respondent
Chambers European Guide

He's a legend in the Italian landscape.

Private Equity respondent
Chambers European Guide

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