Chambers Europe 2024

1. TMT: Media: Band 1

“Portolano Cavallo couples an outstanding media practice with extensive expertise in IT-related matters. The media team excels in a range of areas, including IP, regulatory, licensing, advertising, contentious and contractual issues. The law firm additionally handles M&A transactions within the media sector. Data protection, launches of new services and IT contracts are also covered by its IT team. The firm’s lawyers act for a broad roster of high-profile global media and technology companies, as well as major telecoms providers.”

“Portolano Cavallo‘s TMT team is one of the best I have worked with in terms of service levels and responsiveness.”

“They are a firm I would trust with complex matters undertaken for global clients.”

“The firm deals with issues with extreme technical-legal competence, alongside long experience in the sector.”

Ernesto Apa and Laura Liguori are also personally ranked in this area (click here to see the “Individual Recognitions” section below).

2. TMT: Information Technology: Band 2

“Portolano Cavallo is adept at handling acquisitions, capital increases and divestments, particularly in the TMT and life sciences fields. The law firm’s client roster features a variety of corporates, including startups. The team frequently handles the Italian aspects of multi-jurisdictional matters.”

“Portolano show that they are used to working on cross-border matters and are sensitive to the different legal systems.”

“Portolano offers a specialisation for each topic, and this strategy is absolutely winning.”

“Portolano‘s team are very responsive, provide quick answers and are always available.”

Luca Gambini, Francesco Portolano, Chiara Sannasardo and Ginevra Sforza are also personally ranked in this area (click here to see the “Individual Recognitions” section below).

“Ernesto Apa is an accomplished lawyer who is widely recognised in the market for his expert handling of regulatory, M&A, IP and advertising matters for media clients. He also assists clients with public tenders for broadcasting.”

“Ernesto provides excellent service, expertise and strategic vision.”

“He is very responsive and available. He makes the client feel safe.”

“Ernesto Apa is an invaluable business partner.”

“Ilaria Curti is an adept lawyer who is highly regarded in the compliance market. She has expertise in a range of matters, most notably in Law 231 organisational models and trade compliance.”

“Ilaria Curti of Portolano Cavallo is a skilled lawyer who advises clients from the media, technology and fashion sectors on tax crime issues, fraud and bribery, as well as compliance.”

“We see great leadership in Ilaria Curti’s work. She is able to put you at ease and even when there are things that must be done she explains well what to do.”

“She manages the needs of her clients and is able to understand how to support all our decisions and requests. We had great support from her.”

“Luca Gambini handles venture capital transactions for investors and startups. His practice is complemented by his skills in cross-border acquisitions.”

“Luca is very analytical and has high technical skills.”

“Andrea Gangemi is a respected lawyer from Portolano Cavallo’s employment department. He is particularly experienced in handling employee dismissals, collective agreements and disciplinary matters. He also assists with remuneration schemes and employment aspects of regulatory compliance.”

“Andrea Gangemi is always super responsive and provides very clear, straightforward advice. He distils complex issues and advice into practical solutions for the business.”

“He truly understands our business and consistently provides solutions within the set timelines that are aligned with our needs and resources.”

“Laura Liguori concentrates her practice in the area of data protection, regulations, IT contracts and GDPR compliance. She advises on both contentious and non-contentious mandates.”

“Chiara Marchisotti is an experienced associate in various copyright matters, assisting prominent domestic and international clients. She is particularly active in the media and technology sectors.”

“Chiara excels on all fronts.”

“She is a highly trained professional and intervenes in a precise and punctual manner on each subject, proposing useful approaches for business decisions.”

“Chiara provides an amazing client service.”

“Lydia Mendola is experienced at handling an array of copyright, trade mark and advertising matters. She often assists clients in the fashion, technology and media sectors.”

“Francesco Portolano is an adept lawyer who often assists clients with regulatory matters and media tenders. His practice also includes acquisitions and establishment of joint ventures.”

“Francesco is very analytical with high technical skills.”

“His business acumen and endless stamina make him the ideal trusted adviser that any client would like to have.”

“Chiara Sannasardo is an adept associate who garners strong recognition for her M&A practice, which includes acquisitions and share deals. She also assists with matters relating to investment funds.”

“Ginevra is very knowledgeable of international market standards. She is very responsive and up-and coming.”

“She is someone who is great to work with, a very focused lawyer.”

“She is in control of all the details of the deal.”

“Elisa Stefanini is a lawyer who is highly rated by the market for her strength in the field, advising on clinical trials and contentious matters as well as compliance mandates.”

“Elisa Stefanini was excellent, calm and gave practical, balanced advice. She always remained close to the client and was responsive.”