M&A and Private Equity
Strategic advice for extraordinary transactions and investments
Sani Zangrando Law Firm offers specialised advice on M&A and extraordinary finance transactions, assisting industrial and financial clients in complex domestic and cross-border transactions. With a pragmatic and flexible approach, we support investment funds, entrepreneurs, managers and investors – both private and institutional – in all phases of the transaction, providing tailor-made solutions for every need.
Areas of activity
Preliminary analysis and legal structuring
of transactions, including regulatory aspects.
Legal due diligence
and coordination of multidisciplinary activities.
Drafting and negotiation
of acquisition agreements, investment and joint venture agreements, shareholders' agreements and articles of association.
Definition of governance models
and incentive plans/stock options, including drafting directorship agreements and other agreements with management.
Assistance in divestment
including through competitive sales processes.
Management of Golden Power compliance
and government notification obligations in significant transactions.
Ongoing advice
on corporate, contractual and operational matters.
The firm offers day-to-day legal assistance and advice on corporate, contractual and operational issues in the following areas of expertise:
- Acquisitions and disposals of shareholdings, companies and business units
- Mergers, demergers, contributions and corporate reorganisations
- Operating and corporate joint ventures
- Management and leveraged buy-outs
- Equity investments by funds or strategic investors
- Issuance of equity instruments and incentive plans
- IPO transactions
Thanks to its consolidated experience in cross-border transactions, the Firm is able to manage transactions involving multiple jurisdictions, coordinating international legal teams and ensuring compliance with local and supranational regulations. Our expertise also allows us to competently handle transactions in regulated sectors, ensuring comprehensive and integrated assistance.