Results that
speak clearly.
Anonymised summaries of matters where our counsel made a measurable difference.
Multi-Jurisdictional Steel Restructuring
A major European steel producer faced insolvency proceedings, board liability claims, and parallel litigation across several courts. We coordinated the legal strategy across jurisdictions and negotiated a landmark settlement with the Italian government valued at over €2 billion — one of the largest industrial restructuring agreements in recent Italian history.
Meridiano Meccanica S.p.A. — CIETAC Arbitration
Represented Meridiano Meccanica S.p.A. in proceedings before the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) in Beijing against a publicly listed Chinese manufacturer. Secured a favourable award on all claims, including full damages and contract termination.
European Chemicals Agency Appeal
Successfully represented an Italian specialty chemicals producer before the Board of Appeal of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) in Helsinki, overturning a registration decision that would have restricted the client’s core product line across the EU.
EcoTherma GmbH — Estonian Waste-to-Energy Plant
Advising EcoTherma GmbH, a German-Italian energy group, on the contractual framework for a turnkey waste-to-energy facility near Tallinn. The project involves thermal recovery from hazardous industrial waste and requires coordination across Italian, German, and Estonian regulatory regimes.
Cross-Border Trademark Enforcement
Acting in a cross-border trademark infringement dispute for a technology company whose brand was misappropriated across three European jurisdictions. Coordinated enforcement actions in Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands, securing preliminary injunctions in all three forums.
Medical Malpractice — Landmark Annuity Ruling
Represented the plaintiff in a medical negligence case that changed Italian law on lifetime annuity awards. The court’s decision established a new precedent for the calculation of lifelong compensation in cases of severe, permanent injury — now cited across Italian civil courts.
Vinolento S.r.l. — Strategic Acquisition
Advised Vinolento S.r.l., one of Italy’s fastest-growing online wine retailers, on a strategic acquisition expanding its logistics network and direct-to-consumer capabilities. Handled due diligence, deal structuring, and regulatory clearance.
Trade Secrets Litigation — IT Sector
Engaged in multi-layered litigation on behalf of an Italian technology group in matters of unfair competition and trade secret misappropriation. Obtained preliminary injunctions protecting proprietary software and customer data before the Milan Enterprise Court.
COVID-19 Hospital Liability Claims
Advising patients and families in medical liability claims arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on cases where hospital protocols, resource allocation decisions, and clinical management fell below the standard of care during the health emergency.