Ranking tables
Project Finance | Europe
Italy
Rankings overview for Departments
Bird & Bird 5 Years Ranked
Dentons Europe Studio Legale Tributario 1 Years Ranked
Linklaters 11 Years Ranked- Green Horse Legal Advisory
All Departments profiles
Band 1

1 AshurstProject Finance2026 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedAshurst is renowned for advising on the full range of infrastructure and energy projects, including telecoms and renewables. The team represents lenders and agents and is widely recognised for its track record in deals both within the domestic market and on the international stage. It is notably active in advising major financial institutions, as well as large construction companies.

1 BonelliEredeProject Finance2026 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedBonelliErede is a market leader in project finance, with notable expertise in green energy, power, waste and infrastructure mandates. The law firm assists lenders and borrowers with all aspects of corporate and property financing and refinancing. The team's clients include prestigious Italian and international banks and energy companies.

1 Gianni & OrigoniProject Finance2026 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedGianni & Origoni is esteemed by clients that include large multinational energy and construction entities, as well as banks. Its lawyers often provide assistance with financing and transactions related to infrastructure, waste management and energy projects.

1 LeganceProject Finance2026 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedLegance is well regarded for its capabilities in finance and refinancing schemes. It is popular among major clients in the banking, construction, infrastructure and energy sectors. The team's lawyers are particularly strong in administrative and tax law and can support lenders and sponsors. The law firm is considered to be highly qualified in providing support to major institutions.
Band 2

2 ChiomentiProject Finance2026 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedChiomenti has a deep bench of finance lawyers offering wide-ranging expertise across PPPs, project financing and refinancing mandates. The team advises a variety of clients from the energy, infrastructure, municipal and banking spheres and has also carved a strong niche in the sports sector. The project finance team works closely with the firm's administrative law and tax departments.

2 DLA Piper ItalyProject Finance2026 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedDLA Piper offers a strong practice advising leading banks on both domestic and international project financing and PPP mandates. The law firm's extensive network of offices allows it to work with a broad range of international clients. The team is particularly active in the infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, including assistance with transportation projects.
Band 3

3 Bird & BirdProject Finance2026 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedBird & Bird offers a prolific practice in project finance and regularly assists banks and corporate entities. Its lawyers are especially well versed in complex financing and projects in the renewable energy sector. The team is also capable of advising infrastructure clients and investment funds, both domestically and internationally.

3 Dentons Europe Studio Legale TributarioProject Finance2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedDentons has a solid presence in the Italian energy and infrastructure market. The law firm is appreciated for its expertise in renewable energy, including the wind and photovoltaic sectors. Its client base includes commercial banks, developers, utilities and infrastructure funds.

3 LinklatersProject Finance2026 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedLinklaters enjoys a strong reputation for assisting with high-profile energy, construction and financial matters. The law firm is active in both domestic and international markets. The team is composed of expert banking and corporate lawyers who advise clients on project finance and acquisitions. It can also provide significant expertise in export finance, particularly in representing export credit agencies.