Alpeggiani Avvocati Associati is well-versed in transactions within the tech, life sciences, logistics and manufacturing sectors. The firm has a particular focus on mid-market transactions and assists in club deals for entrepreneurs and family businesses. Marco Carbonara, Niccolò Piccone and Francesco Torelli are the heads of the practice.

DWF advises corporates, private equity funds and commercial banks operating in the life sciences, real estate, insurance and energy sectors. The firm has additional expertise in the finance aspects of corporate transactions. Luca Cuomo leads the team, acting on venture capital and private equity transactions in the fashion and food industries.

The lawyers at LMS Studio Legale act on private equity transactions in a broad array of sectors, including the automotive, infrastructure, aerospace and life sciences industries. The team, which was expanded by the arrival of Fabio Niccoli and Mario Lisanti from Ashurst in May 2025, is led by Fabio Labruna.

With the hires of Cataldo Piccarreta, Giorgia Lugli, and Alessandro Capogrosso, Ropes & Gray Studio Legale‘s Milan office is one to watch in the Italian private equity space.

The ‘extraordinary team’ at BonelliErede supports national and international investors, from portfolio companies to mezzanine funds, in fund formation and investment transactions. The firm is particularly experienced in advising on the tax, regulatory, financing and due diligence aspects of transactions. The team is led by Eliana Catalano, who focuses on the fashion, sports and manufacturing sectors, and Franco Agopyan, who advises on corporate finance and international contracts. Giulia Bianchi Frangipane acts on extraordinary financial transactions. Augusto Praloran adds to the firm’s fashion, food and industrial machinery sector expertise. Giovanni Colantuono and Francesca Ricceri are also key names within the team, assisting in a range of M&A transactions.

Offering a ‘tailor-made approach’, Chiomenti advises clients on all areas of activity for private equity funds, including fund formation, leveraged buyouts, leveraged finance, portfolio management and exits. The firm is particularly strong at acting for investors in healthcare and energy transactions. The team is spearheaded by Salvo Arena, who regularly advises American sponsors on acquiring Italian companies, and Mario Roli, who focuses on transactions in regulated sectors. Carlo Croff is well-versed in M&A transactions, while Antonio Sascaro strengthens its cross-border offering. Elena Busson focuses on the gas, aviation and telecoms sectors. Luigi Vaccaro is experienced in advising Asian investors.

With ‘a demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex, multi-jurisdictional PE transactions’, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton acts for leading private equity houses entering or exiting regulated sectors in Italy. The firm regularly assists in energy, telecoms, tech, infrastructure and pharma transactions, drawing on support from its leveraged finance, tax and employment specialists. Roberto Bonsignore, who advises telecoms and energy stakeholders, and David Singer, who handles investments and reinvestments, are the heads of the practice. Gerolamo Da Passano supports clients in M&A and joint ventures.

Noted as ‘true facilitators in deal-making’, the lawyers at Gatti Pavesi Bianchi Ludovici act on transactions in the large and middle market sectors, advising private equity firms, managers, lenders and portfolio companies. The firm leverages experience in buyouts and growth equity deals in the tech, healthcare and financial services sectors. Its experience includes both domestic and cross-border transactions. Carlo Pavesi is well-versed in regulated markets and brings experience from corporate litigation contexts. Gianni Martoglia adds knowledge of financial markets and M&A transactions. Livia Cocca assists leading infrastructure funds, while Giuseppe Toia acts on holdings and companies transactions. Marco Bitetto is another key name within the team, joining from BonelliErede in July 2025.

‘A top-notch firm in Italy for anything M&A related’, Gianni & Origoni acts on the largest acquisitions for leading international private equity funds, recently assisting KKR with its more than $20 billion acquisition of TIM’s fixed-line network. The firm’s sector expertise includes tech, fashion, finance, healthcare and energy matters, often advising on multi-jurisdictional transactions. Francesco Gianni, who advises on energy and defence transactions, Stefano Bucci, a ‘trusted advisor’ to global funds, and Raimondo Premonte, who focuses on fashion, tech and cosmetics matters, lead the team from Rome. Based in Milan, practice head Gianluca Ghersini is experienced in asset sales. Gabriele Ramponi specialises in infrastructure investments, while Aldo Turella is adept at turnarounds, buyouts and restructurings.

A team of ‘high-quality lawyers’, Latham & Watkins LLP supports global private equity houses, multinational corporations and domestic companies on the gamut of private equity transactions. The firm acts on take-privates, minority investments, fund-to-fund transfers and corporate carve-outs. It has particular strength in the sports, E&I and life sciences sectors. Stefano Sciolla, alongside leading the practice, is well-versed in joint ventures and cross border deals. Andrea Stincardini handles divestitures, strategic commercial contracts and corporate governance issues. Marco Bitetto left in July 2025, followed by Cataldo Piccarreta and Giorgia Lugli in September 2025.

Delivering ‘excellent support on transactions’, Legance - Avvocati Associati is well-versed in acting on both the buy- and sell-side of private equity transactions across a range of sectors, with recent strength in the energy sector. The firm more broadly advises on fund management, including governance and exit strategies. Within the team, Filippo Troisi advises on high-value, cross-border sales and acquisitions of retail, manufacturing and energy assets. Alberto Giampieri advises leading industrial groups, while Andrea Botti acts on M&A transactions, divestitures and private equity. Francesco Florio handles first time investments into Italy.

Noted for their ‘outstanding know-how’, PedersoliGattai is expert at handling major cross-border transactions for international private equity houses, with additional experience in mid-market deals taking place in the Italian market. The firm regularly acts on transactions taking place in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, fintech, sports and consumer goods sectors. The team is led by Bruno Gattai, who frequently advises corporate groups as well as listed and non-listed companies. Alessandro Marena focuses on transactions in regulated markets, and Stefano Catenacci specialises in M&A and venture capital matters. Gerardo Gabrielli works on energy, food and fashion matters. Ascanio Cibrario, Carlo Re and Maria Persichetti are further names of note in the team. In April 2025, Luca Saraceni left the team.

A ‘simply superlative’ team, A&O Shearman provides comprehensive support on M&A transactions and strategic partnerships, from antitrust and employment issues to data protection and tax matters. The firm focuses on assisting on the buy-side of mid-market investments for domestic and international private equity houses. The team is overseen by Paolo Nastasi, who is adept at real estate-M&A, and Emanuele Trucco, who handles inbound and outbound transactions. Within the team, Francesca Croci is well-versed in the life sciences and professional services sectors. Chiara De Luca acts on negotiation and risk management matters for private equity clients.

ADVANT Nctm advises multinational companies and family-run businesses as well as domestic and international private equity funds. The firm’s sector expertise includes transactions in the TMT, infrastructure, energy and manufacturing sectors. The team is managed by Matteo Trapani, focusing on the TMT sector. Paolo Montironi advises on domestic and foreign privatisations. Pietro Zanoni acts on pharmaceutical, food and fashion transactions. Lucia Corradi works on equity interest sales, mergers, demergers and capital increases. Filippo Ughi is also a name to note.

Offering ‘strong leadership and technical depth’, the team at Clifford Chance leverages expertise in the retail, life sciences, tech, energy and infrastructure sectors for its private equity clients. The firm has particular strength in regulated markets in the contexts of public M&A transactions. Claudio Cerabolini supports domestic and international private equity houses, asset managers, corporates and financial institutions. Filippo Isacco is well-versed in cross-border M&A. Elisa Ielpo is experienced in carve-outs as well as minority and majority transactions. Umberto Penco Salvi adds insight into sensitive situations in corporate governance.

‘Highly skilled with great attention to client needs’, Hogan Lovells International LLP excels in private equity transactions in the life sciences sector, with wider experience in TMT, energy, infrastructure and retail. The firm handles large-scale investments, public-to-private transactions, secondaries and special situations. Luca Picone handles investments, recapitalisations and strategic joint ventures. Alessandro Seganfreddo brings expertise in life sciences, infrastructure and industrial matters. Paola Barometro specialises in the sports industry, while Ferigo Foscari is expert in public M&A. Seganfreddo and Foscari joined the team in early 2025 from White & Case (Europe) LLP.

‘Very commercial and well connected’, White & Case (Europe) LLP advises well-known private equity and alternative capital provider firms on a wide range of transactions, with particular strength in regulated sectors, including energy and telecoms. The team is well-positioned for cross-border matters, containing capabilities in Italian, English and US law. ‘Deal-maker’ Leonardo Graffi handles joint ventures as well as public and private M&A deals. Sara Scapin focuses on the life sciences, retail, tech and energy sectors. Joining from Latham & Watkins LLP in May 2025, Giovanni Spedicato advises private equity sponsors, industrial clients and investment banks.

‘Competent, professional, kind and available’, Cappelli Riolo Calderaro Crisostomo Del Din & Partners advises corporate groups, family-owned businesses, investment banks and private equity firms on the full suite of private equity matters. The firm is well-versed in leveraged buyouts, minority investments, carve-outs, exits and recapitalisations. Roberto Cappelli is the head of the practice, with experience in transfers of equity. Guido Masini focuses on venture capital matters for funds and start-ups. Nicola Caielli brings experience in regulated sectors.

Noted for its ‘in-depth expertise in venture capital and private equity transaction structuring’, Dentons acts for both funds and sellers on all aspects of transactions. With recent experience in the energy sector, the firm advises on the acquisition, tax structuring and exit strategies of clients’ matters. Leading the team, Alessandro Dubini is familiar with capital markets corporate finance and reorganisations, and Pier Francesco Faggiano focuses on the food, healthcare and manufacturing sectors. Antonio Legrottaglie adds investment round experience to the team.

Recognised for its ‘very competent, fast and pragmatic lawyers’, Giovannelli e Associati Studio Legale supports domestic and international private equity funds in minority and majority stake transactions. The firm is able to draw on its wide expertise in tax, insolvency and employment to assist in all aspects of private equity matters. Alessandro Giovannelli, alongside his work on cross-border investments and divestitures, leads the practice. Fabrizio Scaparro advises on leveraged buyouts, joint ventures and minority investments.

Combining ‘legal expertise with a very pragmatic, business-oriented approach’, LCA Studio Legale supports private equity and venture capital firms, as well as the target companies, in buyouts and seed funding investments. The firm’s expertise extends to transactions in both regulated and unregulated sectors. Jointly leading the team from Milan, Roberto de Bonis assists managers and investors in transactions relating to public companies, while Andrea Messuti focuses on venture capital matters in the life sciences sector. Riccardo Massimilla, who advises energy and manufacturing clients, is the Genoa-based practice head.

Regarded as an ‘amazing and super professional’ team, Linklaters Studio Legale Associato provides comprehensive support to private equity houses in their investments, including advising on fund formation, investment and exiting. The firm has particular experience advising clients on the financing aspects of private equity transactions. Ugo Orsini, who assists investment banks and financial institutions, and Alessandra Ghezzi, who is well-versed in the antitrust and regulatory aspects of transactions, are the interim heads of practice. Massimiliano Nitti joined from Chiomenti in September 2025.

Supporting international private equity houses, Molinari covers the gamut of private equity matters, from transaction structuring and corporate governance frameworks to corporate reorganisations and outbound investments. The firm is also experienced in portfolio company mergers. Ugo Molinari supports domestic and international clients in acquisitions, disposals and capital increases. Margherita Santoiemma handles leveraged buy-outs, acquisitions finance and joint ventures. Marco Laviano works on the buy- and sell-side of transactions for private equity funds.

Regarded as ‘top notch both in private equity and venture capital matters’, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe advises clients on transactions across a range of transactions, including in defence, manufacturing and cosmetics. The firm is well-versed in assisting SMEs and other growing businesses in seeking investments. Italian and international investment funds also regularly instruct the firm. The team is led by venture capital expert Attilio Mazzilli, Guido Testa and Fabio Fauceglia. Alessandro Vittoria left the practice in June 2025.

Noted for its ‘client focus, quality of the deliverables and service level’, Simmons & Simmons acts on a broad range of private equity mandates, including financing, tax and fund structuring matters. The firm is also able to advise on contentious aspects that may arise in private equity deals. Andrea Accornero acts on acquistions, disposals, restructurings and refinancings. Laura Fiordelisi is experienced in the retail, food and life sciences sectors. Marco Muratore advises on private and public M&A matters. Moira Gamba is also noted.

A ‘professional’ outfit, Ashurst advises clients on leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, asset deals and joint ventures. The firm has seen activity in minority investments, co-investments and consortium deals. Annamaria Pinzuti leads the team and advises on regulated market transactions. Andrea Di Rosa assists clients in the life sciences, energy, automotive and leisure sectors.

Bird & Bird‘s ‘very experienced’ team supports clients in all aspects of private equity transactions, including initial investments, add-ons, realisations and exits. The firm acts on both the buy- and sell-side of transactions. Alberto Salvadè leads the team, focusing on the life sciences, renewable energy and financial services sectors. Giovanni Gazzaniga is also a key name.

Fostering an ‘innovative and client-oriented culture’, CBA Studio Legale e Tributario leverages its multi-practice specialisms to enhance its transactional support, covering issues from finance and administrative to labour and antitrust law. Luca Fabbrini, on top of leading the practice, specialises in acquisition finance matters. Laura Elena Cinquini advises private equity, venture capital and turnaround funds. Daniele Landi focuses on the logistics, oil and gas, gaming and luxury spaces.

Combining ‘deep industry knowledge with a proactive, solution-driven approach’, CMS supports Italian and international private equity funds in transactions and fund structuring. Members of the team advise on finance, tax and competition aspects of matters. Practice head Paolo Scarduelli advises on buyouts, growth capital transactions and secondary deals. Massimo Trentino focuses on regulated sectors and the tech industry.

Deloitte Legal Italy -Società tra Avvocati a r.l. regularly advises sell-side clients on minority and majority stake transactions. In addition, the firm acts on capital increases, fund formation, structuring and exit strategies. Giorgio Mariani, who focuses on the regulated energy, TMT and healthcare sectors, and Carlotta Robbiano, who brings private equity expertise to matters in the luxury sector, are the heads of practice.

Specialising in small to mid-cap deals, DLA Piper advises on the buy- and sell-side of domestic and international transactions, with further experience in supporting management through deals. The firm is also well-versed in handling venture capital deals. The firm’s practice heads are Giulio Maroncelli and Danilo Surdi, who focuses on family-owned business transactions. Anna Saraceno acts on leveraged buyouts and joint ventures. Sira Franzini handles divestments and transfers of business. Alessandro Piermanni left in April 2025.

Acting for domestic and international private equity and venture capital firms, Eversheds Sutherland Associazione Professionale advises on the buy- and sell-side of transactions, as well as on fund formation and structuring. The firm’s sector experience includes the cosmetic, communication and insurance industries. Davide Proverbio, who is well-versed in contentious M&A contexts, leads the practice alongside Alessandro Vischi, who advises on the industrial, life sciences and TMT sectors.

The ‘extremely professional’ members of the team at Gitti and Partners are particularly strong in secondary transactions, with broader experience in buy-out transactions. The firm leverages wider expertise in regulatory and tax issues for clients in their transactions. Gregorio Gitti is well-versed in privatisation deals, while Vincenzo Giannantonio acts on the buy- and sell-side on secondary deals. Matteo Treccani is an expert in distressed M&A. Stefano Roncoroni is another key name.

Offering a ‘high quality of service’, LMCR advises private equity houses and multinational groups, as well as listed and unlisted companies, on buy-out, buy-in and venture capital transactions. The firm is experienced in matters concerning the life sciences, energy, industrial, leisure and retail sectors. The team is overseen by Massimo La Torre, who brings expertise in domestic and cross-border transactions, and Roberto Rio, who advises on corporate finance and governance matters.

The ‘great team’ at Pavia e Ansaldo contains specialists able to assists with every aspect of private equity transactions, including tax, regulatory, M&A and finance expertise. The firm acts on domestic and cross-border acquisitions and joint ventures. Stefano Bianchi, who brings experience from corporate and commercial contexts,  and Meritxell Roca Ortega, who specialises in cross-border transactions between Italy and Spain, lead the practice. Paola Carlotti acts on investments, add-ons and divestitures.

Displaying ‘strong expertise and remarkable flexibility’, Portolano Cavallo advises on transactions across market sectors, with a particular focus on the TMT and life sciences sectors. The firm has additional strength in venture capital matters. Gianpaolo Scandone spearheads the team, alongside his practice advising on fund management, investments and re-investments. Antonia Verna specialises in supporting companies in venture capital investment rounds.