With the 2025 arrival of Jean-Paule Castagno, Andrea Alfonso Stigliano, Chiara Bettinzoli, and Andrea Menozzi, all formerly at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, Bip Law and Tax‘s growing compliance team is one to watch in the Italian compliance space.

A team noted for its 'empathy’, Eversheds Sutherland Associazione Professionale acts in compliance matters concerning environmental and product safety issues, and Gabiele Pignatti Morano leads the team, bringing experience in anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, and health and safety compliance.

Possessing ‘strong multi-jurisdictional expertise’, ONTIER Italia acts in a range of compliance matters, including environmental and GDPR compliance, and Luca Pardo, who specialises in entertainment and AI sectors, leads the team alongside Natalia Bagnato, who joined at the end of 2024 and focuses on ESG compliance.

An ‘excellent team across all competencies’, Puccio Penalisti Associati advises on corporate criminal liability compliance models for international and domestic clients, and ‘superstar’ Andrea Puccio and Giulia Cagnazzo jointly lead the team.

With Roberto Cursano and his team joining from Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzie in March 2025, Studio Legale Delfino e Associati Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP bolsters its strength in compliance and investigations, particularly in relation to corporate criminal liability and trade regulations.

Led by name partner Fabrizio Ventimiglia, Studio Legale Ventimiglia‘s compliance practice is experienced in criminal risk prevention and management, as well as the compliance side to anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, antitrust, health and safety at work, and The General Data Protection Regulation.

‘Expert and fully committed to their duty’, BonelliErede excels in advising large- and medium-sized Italian companies across the risk and compliance spectrum, from anticorruption and whistleblowing to corporate criminal liability. Supporting clients in the insurance, infrastructure, and energy sectors, the firm often acts in internal investigations. The practice is led by Alessandro De Nicola, a specialist in corporate governance for international corporations. Marco Dell’Antonia advises on international sanctions and expert control, while Vincenzo Dell’Osso focuses on anti-corruption management and cross-border internal investigations. Riccardo Casselle routinely assists with government investigations, and Valentina Frignati handles whistleblowing matters.

DLA Piper provides ‘excellent’ support on all aspects of corporate compliance, including whistleblowing and corporate criminal liability. The firm also handles compliance issues relating to data protection, sanctions, environmental, corruption, anti-trust, and anti-money laundering regulations. With an international presence, it also regularly acts in cross-border investigations. Head of the practice Antonio Carino is an expert on corporate criminal liability and acts in contentious matters for his clients. Raffaele Perfetto is a key member of the team, regularly advising on cross-border anti-corruption matters. In June 2025, Raffaella Quintana left the practice.

‘Unique for its tailored solutions, multidisciplinary expertise, and proactive approach’, ADVANT Nctm covers the gamut of compliance and investigation matters, including investigations, sanctions and exports, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, and general corporate governance matters. With the hiring of the ‘brilliant’ Raffaella Quintana as practice head from DLA Piper in June 2025, the firm has significantly bolstered its strength in corporate criminal liability matters, as well as environmental, tax, and anti-corruption compliance. Raffaele Caldarone advises on governance and risk management in infrastructure, energy, and life sciences, Luca Cavagnaro covers compliance matters on ordinary and extraordinary transactions, and Laura Perrone and Francesco Lalli are also noted members of the team.

Comprised of ‘competent and experienced’ lawyers, A&O Shearman is well-versed in compliance issues concerning Italian and EU regulations, including data protection, corporate criminal liability, fraud, antitrust, and sanctions matters. The department expertly handles regulatory and internal investigations, as well as assists with enforcement actions raising cross-border issues. Francesca Petronio focuses on corporate criminal liability compliance, while Livio Bossotto handles data protection and employment issues. Emilio De Giorgi is an expert in antitrust matters, Francesco Guelfi specialises in tax compliance, and Veronica Rossetti is experienced in anti-bribery issues.

Advising major corporations and public entities at the domestic and international level, Bird & Bird leverages its broad sector experience in the insurance, fintech, logistics, and pharmaceutical industries to enhance its compliance advice. The firm regularly supports clients in matters related to data protection and cybersecurity compliance, as well as corporate criminal liability and antitrust issues. Stefano Febbi specialises in insurance and payment services regulation, Raimondo Maggiore is an expert in banking and financial service regulation, and Rossella Sansone is an experienced adviser to asset managers, insurers, and investment firms. Edoardo Courir, Federico Marini Balestra, and Simone Caddedu are also noted members of the practice, bringing expertise in contentious regulatory settings.

‘Highly skilled and professional’, Chiomenti regularly advises on key corporate compliance matters, including 231 compliance, whistleblowing, and anti-money laundering. The firm is also well-versed in internal investigation support and data protection regulation. Francesco D’Alessandro, in addition to leading the practice, handles bankruptcy, taxation, and environmental matters. Noted as an ‘outstanding professional’, Alain Maria Dell’Osso focuses on fraud-related issues and internal investigations. Stefano Manacorda supports domestic and international companies in the energy and defence sectors with corporate criminal liability matters, and Marilena Hyeraci is another notable member of the department.

An ‘incredibly knowledgeable’ team, Clifford Chance routinely advises on compliance programmes, audits, risk management, and internal investigations, including misconduct investigations at the board level. The firm’s compliance expertise includes anti-trust, anti-money laundering, and sanctions regulations at national and international levels. Antonio Golino, who advises both listed and non-listed companies on regulatory investigations, leads the team. Stella Magistro covers anti-bribery and ESG compliance, and in June 2025, Giuseppe Principato, an adviser on anti-corruption and environmental regulations, was promoted to partner.

Demonstrating ‘the highest levels of professionalism, availability, and responsiveness’, Deloitte Legal Italy -Società tra Avvocati a r.l. advises on EU and Italian compliance matters, including those relating to anti-corruption, whistleblowing, and corporate criminal liability programmes. The firm is also well-versed in health and safety requirements and in conducting risk assessments. The ‘extremely sharp’ Josephine Romano heads up the team and supports clients with corporate governance projects. Cecilia Pontiggia regularly handles corporate criminal liability, environmental, and whistleblowing compliance mandates. Anna Dalla Libera acts in privacy, health and safety, and anti-corruption matters.

With ‘deep subject-matter expertise’, Hogan Lovells International LLP acts in corporate and data privacy compliance matters for domestic and international clients in the pharmaceutical, food, and medical devices sectors. The firm is particularly strong in product safety compliance. It leverages its international presence in cross-border investigations concerning whistleblowing and corruption. Jeffrey Greenbaum, who advises on fintech, digital assets, and anti-money laundering, and Francesca Rolla, who acts in investigations for domestic and international clients, jointly lead the practice. Giuseppe Aminzade is experienced in the life sciences sector.

With ‘deep expertise, a proactive approach, and strong understanding of client needs’, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is well-versed in data protection and privacy compliance, with wider experience in environmental, health and safety, corruption, and whistleblowing regulations. The department often conducts internal investigations and advises on organisational models designed to comply with corporate criminal liability obligations. Bernardo Massella Ducci Teri is an expert in cross-border crisis management, Laura Prosperetti is an expert in anti-money laundering and market infrastructure regulations, and Andrea Mantovani brings expertise in data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity.

The team at Gianni & Origoni is especially strong in the realm of data protection and cybersecurity compliance matters, with wider experience in whistleblowing, corporate criminal liability, and anti-corruption contexts. The firm represents clients in energy, finance, healthcare, telecoms, and manufacturing-related matters. Federico Busatta, who specialises in corporate compliance, leads the team alongside Daniele Vecchi, a data protection expert. Francesca Chiara Bevilacqua, another key member of the practice, advises on corporate criminal liability.

‘Open to thinking outside the box’, Greenberg Traurig advises clients in the fashion and food and beverage sectors on privacy, anti-money laundering, and anti-trust regulations. Members of the team also assist with investigations initiated by whistleblower reports. Leading the team, the ‘invaluable’ Bruno Cova handles corporate governance matters and compliance aspects of corporate transactions. Maria Francesca De Leo focuses on regulatory enforcement procedures, while Giulia Pandini focuses on unfair competition compliance work.

‘Skilled, competent and passionate’, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Studio Legale is well-versed in the automotive, energy, and life sciences sectors, supporting major Italian and international clients. The firm regularly advises on compliance concerns related to European sanctions, corporate criminal liability, and health and safety regulations. Enrico Maria Mancuso, who is noted for his 'meticulous attention to detail', leads the team and often handles internal investigations. Frederico Bracalente brings experience in risk and crisis management.

Leveraging its strength in food law regulation, LCA Studio Legale advises clients on a broad range of compliance matters, including golden power regulation, data privacy, health and safety, and environmental compliance. The firm has additional strength in compliance matters relating to EU sanctions. Practice heads Maria Sardelli and Matteo Uslenghi focus on corporate criminal liability, while fellow practice head Nicolò Pelanda often advises on corporate liability relating to tax and bankruptcy crimes. Giovanni Morgese, who was elevated to the partnership in January 2025, is skilled in supporting clients with internal investigations.

‘Dedicated, timely and promptly reactive’, Legance - Avvocati Associati often advises on anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, and financial compliance matters. The firm acts for clients in the public and private sectors, including in the fields of banking, insurance, and energy. Based in Rome, Andrea Fedi focuses on privacy and anti-bribery matters, Marco Penna is well-versed in anti-money laundering, and Niccolò Bertolini Clerici handles bankruptcy and tax compliance matters.

A ‘very well-prepared team’, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe is a seasoned adviser in compliance matters for clients in the finance, energy, pharma, sport, tech, and food sectors. The team develops compliance programmes in accordance with corporate criminal liability, whistleblowing, data privacy, and anti-corruption regulations. It is also adept at handling global risk assessments.

Noted for its ‘business vision’, Pavia e Ansaldo leverages its compliance expertise for clients in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, as well as in the energy, transport, and telecoms industries. The firm handles both transactional and general compliance matters, and Mario Di Giulio manages the practice with a specialism in data protection compliance for multinational corporations. Filippo Fioretti is an expert in antitrust investigations, while Vittorio Loi excels in European sanctions matters.

The ‘very professional’ team at Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati advises across a broad range of compliance matters, including corporate criminal liability, anti-corruption, whistleblowing, and health and safety. The firm’s experience includes acting on matters that raise compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions, and it also regularly represents clients in internal investigations. The team is led by Mario Valentini, who advises insurance companies and financial intermediaries on data protection issues. Daniele Ghedi, another key member of the practice, advises on corporate criminal liability matters.

Demonstrating ‘a clear understanding of regulatory requirements’, Portolano Cavallo regularly handles internal investigations and general compliance work for clients across the Italian market. In particular, the team advises on data protection, anti-trust, and sanction matters for fashion, life sciences, and industrial companies. Leading the practice, Irene Picciano specialises in anti-trust and trade compliance matters. Ilaria Curti focuses on internal investigations and crisis management, while Gaia Accetta is a notable member of the team, advising on both ordinary and extraordinary corporate management.

Utilising a ‘client-centric approach’, Studio Professionale Associato a Baker & McKenzie possesses expertise in criminal and regulatory law, which it leverages in matters concerning tax, corruption, bankruptcy, environmental, and health and safety compliance. The firm also acts in internal investigations. The team is led by Lorenzo De Martinis, who focuses on information management systems and trade secrets. Matteo Maria Morelli is also a key member of the team, advising on anti-money laundering, bribery, and corruption matters. In March 2025, Roberto Cursano left the firm.

A firm specialising in tax and legal support, bureau Plattner acts for a broad swathe of Italian and international companies in corporate and data protection compliance projects. The firm’s clientele includes companies operating in the energy, real estate, automotive, and food sectors. Noted for her ‘clear expertise in compliance issues’, Simona Gallo maintains expertise in compliance issues arising out of international transactions. Carlo Gurioli, another notable name in the department, specialises in the energy sector.

Displaying ‘high-level competence and professionalism’, CMS is home to a team of experts in the automotive field. The department often handles compliance matters concerning bribery, money laundering, tax, market abuse, and environmental regulations, as well as compliance programme creationn and internal investigations. The team is led by the ‘highly experienced’ Emilio Battaglia, who manages corporate criminal liability compliance and risk management matters. Marisa Pellegrino is also noted for her experience in financial and tax compliance.

Offering ‘outstanding engagement and knowledge’, Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP specialises in sanctions regimes, often advising private companies and state-owned enterprises. Its global network of offices enables the firm to advise on regulatory issues in cross-border matters. Based in Milan, practice head Edoardo Zucchelli is a key adviser to sovereign entities in sanctions matters, and leading the practice out of Rome, Gianluca Cattani routinely assists clients with compliance aspects of extraordinary transactions.

A team with ‘access to advanced techniques of investigations’, Dentons is well-versed in corruption-related investigations. The firm is also experienced in compliance matters relating to antitrust and data protection. Roberto Lipari manages the practice, routinely advising a client roster consisting of companies and sovereign states. Matteo Vizzardi handles corporate criminal liability and governance programmes.

Eptalex Garzia Gasperi and Partners advises across a broad spectrum of compliance matters, including those concerning data protection, anti-money laundering and anti-corruption. The firm also maintains knowledge of export controls and sanctions regimes. Practice head Lorenzo Mulazzi focuses on anti-money laundering and export control matters, and he is ably supported by Erica Stragiotti, who brings data protection expertise to the group.

Lexellent supports clients across a range of compliance matters, including workplace safety, anti-corruption, whistleblowing, data protection, and environmental-related issues. The firm is also well-versed in establishing governance structures to protect against corporate criminal liability. The group is led by Ugo Di Stefano, who focuses on GDPR compliance and internal investigation matters.

LP Avvocati advises on corporate compliance programmes, including corporate criminal liability, anti-corruption, and whistle-blowing matters. The firm is also well-versed in regulatory regimes concerning the environment, data protection, sports, and AI. Roberto Fiore is an expert on whistle-blowing, Teresa Campana is well-versed in health and safety compliance, and Viviana Bellezza brings expertise in data protection and cybersecurity.

Possessing ‘deep knowledge of evolving regulations’, Studio Legale Padovan specialises in export controls and sanctions regimes. The firm’s trade compliance expertise encompasses sanctions implemented by the EU and the US, advising clients on the development of compliance programmes and conducting due diligence. Marco Padovan, an export control expert, and Marco Zinzani, who is particularly experienced in EU law, jointly lead the team.

Leveraging ‘deep expertise and sector knowledge’, SZA Studio Legale assists in the development of compliance programmes for companies in the manufacturing, life sciences, transport, and logistics sectors. The firm is regularly instructed on data protection, health and safety, anti-bribery, and anti-trust matters, and the team is jointly led by Giuseppe Di Masi, who advises on corporate criminal liability, and Marcello Trabucchi, who focuses on data protection and health and safety matters.