Leading law firm for eight areas in EMEA Italy in 2026 edition of Legal 500

We have been recognized as a leading firm by Legal 500 EMEA Italy in eight practice areas.

Along with these prestigious accolades, a total of four of our lawyers have been individually ranked for their excellence in their respective market-leading practices and a total of nineteen of our professionals have likewise been recognized for their expertise and capabilities.

We are honoured to receive this recognition, made possible only through the thoughtful feedback provided by our clients and business partners.

We thank everyone who has supported us, and we look forward to remaining your trusted legal partner in the years to come.

Commercial, corporate and M&A – Leading firm

• Roberta Crivellaro - Recommended lawyer
• Sergio Anania - Recommended lawyer
• Stefano Cignozzi - Recommended lawyer
• Luca Ferrari  - Recommended lawyer
• Guido Galeotti  - Recommended lawyer
• Edoardo Kratter - Recommended lawyer
• Francesca Nobili  - Recommended lawyer
• Francesco Paggiaro - Recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• ‘This practice distinguishes itself through a strong combination of technical expertise and client-focused communication.'
• 'The team is highly responsive, accessible, and demonstrates a genuine commitment to guiding clients through complex matters with clarity and professionalism.'
• ‘The individuals demonstrate both outstanding legal ability and strong interpersonal skills.'
• 'Stand-out partners and associates distinguished themselves through attentiveness, accessibility, and proactive communication.'
• 'They consistently went beyond expectations, combining high-level technical expertise with a client-oriented mindset.'
• ‘This legal practice stands out for its highly personalized and results-oriented approach, combining specialized expertise with a deep understanding of client needs.'

Dispute resolution – Leading firm 

• Cristina Pagni  - Recommended lawyer
• Matilde Rota - Recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• ‘This firm stands out for pairing deep technical expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset.'
• 'A highly responsive team that excels at navigating complex, high-value matters with precision and efficiency.’

Industry focus: food – Leading firm

• Roberta Crivellaro  - Recommended lawyer
• Carlo Alberto Demichelis  - Recommended lawyer
• Luca Ferrari  - Recommended lawyer
• Jacopo Liguori  - Recommended lawyer
• Edoardo Kratter  - Recommended lawyer
• Tommaso La Scala - Recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• 'This practice distinguishes itself through a strong combination of technical expertise and client-focused communication. The team is highly responsive, accessible, and demonstrates a genuine commitment to guiding clients through complex matters with clarity and professionalism. Compared to other firms, they stand out for their collaborative approach and transparency in explaining legal strategies and anticipated outcomes.'
• ‘The individuals I worked with demonstrated both outstanding legal ability and strong interpersonal skills. They showed empathy, patience, and a real willingness to understand client priorities. Their ability to present complex legal issues clearly and practically was invaluable.'

Intellectual property – Leading firm

• Carlo Alberto Demichelis – Leading partner and recommended lawyer
• Jacopo Liguori – Next generation partner and recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• 'Stands out for its practical approach, business orientation and quick responses.

Padua: leading firm – Top tier firm

• Mattia Biasi – Leading partner and recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• 'This practice distinguishes itself through a strong combination of technical expertise and client-focused communication. The team is highly responsive, accessible, and demonstrates a genuine commitment to guiding clients through complex matters with clarity and professionalism.'
• ‘The individuals I worked with demonstrated both outstanding legal ability and strong interpersonal skills. They showed empathy, patience, and a real willingness to understand client priorities. Their ability to present complex legal issues in a clear and practical way was invaluable.'

Real estate and construction – Leading firm

• Roberta Crivellaro - Recommended lawyer 
• Mattia Biasi - Recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• ‘They are an experienced team and have lots of different skill sets to choose from where needed. A safe pair of hands.’
• ‘Roberta Crivellaro is a very experienced lawyer and very knowledgeable in her field. Mattia Biasi is gentle and well-balanced. These are people you want on your side.’

Sports law – Top tier firm

• Luca Ferrari – Hall of Fame and recommended lawyer
• Filippo Molinari - Recommended lawyer 
• Alessia Murgia - Recommended lawyer
• Fiona Giordani - Recommended lawyer
• Mario D'Anna - Recommended lawyer

Testimonials

• ‘Every individual at Withers brings exceptional expertise to every aspect of my legal projects. Under the leadership of Luca Ferrari, the team operates with calm precision and unwavering determination. Luca is a rare blend of insight and composure. He is a shrewd strategist who quickly grasps complex situations and inspires his team to go the extra mile, consistently delivering excellence.'
• ‘Luca Ferrari's knowledge and experience in the area of my interest, along with his constant ability to keep himself updated and to be available.'
• ‘I was more than satisfied with the quality of the service, the precision and speed of the work and responses.’
• ‘Luca Ferrari - high competence and professionalism, great network in the world of sports, does more than he is asked. I feel that he cares about my interests.’
• ‘Luca Ferrari is a benchmark in sports law and one of the most respected figures in the field internationally. What sets him apart is his capacity to combine legal precision with strategic vision, offering advice that is not only technically sound but also operationally and reputationally impactful.'
• ‘I would like to emphasise the expertise of Luca Ferrari and Alessia Murgia, as well as their kindness and availability.’

Tax – Leading firm

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