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Iacopo Fontana has an extensive experience in distressed M&A, debt restructuring and insolvency procedures. He advises Italian and foreign companies, banks and financial institutions on debt restructuring transactions (both in-court and out-of-court transactions) and on default situations in general. Iacopo also assists his clients in banking transactions, structured finance, real estate financing, project financing and other capital market operations, and has developed a significant experience in the shipping sector.
Partner in Legance since 2020. Previously Senior Counsel in Legance Milan office (2018 – 2020) and London office (2016 – 2018), Counsel in Legance London office (2013 – 2016). Before Associate in Legance (2007 – 2013), Gianni, Origoni, Grippo e Partners (2004 – 2007) and Chiomenti Studio Legale, London (2003 - 2004). Consultant in Ristuccia Advisors, Rome, Italy (2001 – 2002).
Lecturer at LUISS MBA Private Equity Course, 2006 – 2007 – 2008.
Member of the Rome Bar (Italy), since 2005. Registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority as a European Lawyer.
In February 2017 Iacopo Fontana has been appointed as member of Ria Grant Thornton Scientific Committee.
Iacopo Fontana is the author of several articles published on legal magazines and internet websites on commercial, finance law issues in particular on venture capital.
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Iacopo is an incredible adviser who I would go to for many matters.
His rigorousness, combined with the willingness to understand, allows him to face and manage complex situations that require going beyond the strictly technical legal aspects of matters.
Iacopo Fontana builds excellent relationships, is quick when carrying out activities, and has an aptitude for problem solving.
Iacopo is an incredible adviser who I would go to for many matters.
His rigorousness, combined with the willingness to understand, allows him to face and manage complex situations that require going beyond the strictly technical legal aspects of matters.
Iacopo Fontana builds excellent relationships, is quick when carrying out activities, and has an aptitude for problem solving.