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Giovanni Gazzaniga

Giovanni Gazzaniga

Global 2026

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Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

Italy

2 years ranked

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Giovanni Gazzaniga has more than 30 years' experience in M&A – both domestic and cross-border – assisting primary Italian and foreign operators in a variety of deals, including private equity transactions, public takeovers, mergers and spin-offs, as well as joint ventures. His broad experience spans various industry sectors, including financial services, energy, transport, telecoms, food & beverage, industrial and the fashion industry. Giovanni is recognised in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in Italy™ in the private equity and corporate areas. He was also listed as one of the “Best 50 Italian Lawyers of the Year 2016” by Legalcommunity.

“Giovanni Gazzaniga is a great partner and very pleasant person to work with. His availability is fantastic and he always has practical solutions for complex issues.” Chambers Europe & Global 2023 (Corporate/M&A: Italy)

“Clients point out Giovanni Gazzaniga is extremely complete, with strong technical skills and outstanding soft and negotiation capabilities.” Chambers Europe & Global 2022 (Corporate/M&A: Italy)

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

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Giovanni Gazzaniga manages acquisitions and disposals for a clientele that often comprises private equity names. He is experienced in acting on deals within the pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors.

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