Withers Studio Legale has been assisting Italian clients and foreigners active in Italy for over 30 years, providing integrated local and international services to a wide range of sectors. Our dedication and hard work has recently been recognised in the 2020 edition of legal directory, Legal 500 Europe, and we thank you – our clients – most sincerely for this recognition.

We will continue to work alongside you to help in dealing with this challenging moment and in preparing for a brighter future ahead.

Commercial, corporate M&A

‘The characteristics that distinguish Withers, beyond the proven professionalism and experience, are speed of execution, promptness of responses and, above all, support for client needs that are different from pure mandate requirements, making them a trusted partner rather than a simple consultant.'

‘The professionals are reliable, present and always available. They are always thinking about possible solutions, proving themselves always open to exploring new paths instead of suggesting the simplest one, and they always try to make things clear and understandable.'

Industry focus: Food

‘The firm is known for providing corporate and commercial assistance to clients in the food industry as well as its considerable expertise in IP (labelling, e-commerce, and multi-jurisdictional sale and distribution).

Disputes

‘Professionalism, competency with international cross-border legal and cultural issues and timely feedback and case management.'

Intellectual property

'An extremely competent and proactive team, focused on business needs and flexible regarding deadlines.'

Real estate and construction

‘The team has a focus on transactions, as well as restructuring and refinancing, and has particular expertise in the luxury, manufacturing, hospitality and retail sectors.'

‘Their Italian team is very strong and able to operate with ease in Italy and in other countries – not just in Europe.'

Tax

‘The tax and wealth planning team are able to provide unique and accurate advice on complex and cutting-edge matters relating to both domestic and international tax planning. They are proactive and effective.'

Originally published 22 April, 2020

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