Corporate, M&A & Venture Capital
The M&A team at LEXIA is recognized for its ability to resolve complex transactions that require creativity and a swift identification of innovative solutions. We possess extensive regulatory knowledge, excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills. With flexibility, speed, and sensitivity to confidentiality, we are capable of providing unique solutions that align with the needs and vision of our clients.
We specialize in assisting clients with acquisitions, divestitures, business transfers, mergers, demergers, leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, capital increases, joint ventures (contractual or corporate), and venture capital transactions. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire transaction process, starting from identifying the best structure to drafting and negotiating contracts, presenting communications, executing due diligence, and closing the agreement.
Our multidisciplinary approach
M&A transactions are complex and require expertise in various areas, such as taxation, labor law, and intellectual property. For this reason, we collaborate with other teams to ensure that our clients have everything they need for the success of their operations.
Our Clients
We support a wide range of clients, including small and medium-sized enterprises, multinational corporations, publicly traded companies, and private investors. Our capabilities and commitment are aimed at ensuring that each client receives personalized, results-oriented service.
LEXIA specializes in supporting companies operating in highly dynamic and rapidly evolving sectors, such as technology, the web industry, and renewable energy. In these specific sectors, changes and developments occur at an accelerated pace, compelling businesses to maintain both flexibility and adherence to their growth strategy. Our team possesses the expertise and experience necessary to assist our clients in these processes, ensuring the success of their operations.
LEXIA assists clients at every stage of their investment journey, providing expertise in relationships, negotiations, and due diligence analysis. Learn more.
LEXIA supports innovative startups and venture capital investors, guiding them through every phase of the investment process. Learn more.
Team
Francesco Dagnino
(+39) 02 3663 8610
Renato Giallombardo
(+39) 06 52997615
Stefano Corrà
(+39) 02 3663 8610
Recent transactions
Sale of TAS S.p.A. and mandatory tender offer
Assistance in the sale of the majority stake of TAS S.p.A., listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, and connected mandator… Leggi di più
Joint venture for the development of 1GW renewable energy pipeline
Assistance to Q-Energy Investment Fund in the establishment of a 50/50 corporate joint venture for the development in It… Leggi di più
Acquisition of TPPAY (Electronic Money Institution)
Assistance to the Search Fund White Gate, in the acquisition of the entire corporate capital of TPPAY S.r.l., the first … Leggi di più
Acquisition of Eurocontrol S.p.A.
Assistance to John Cockerill Defense in the acquisition of Eurocontrol S.p.A. (active in the production of firearms laun… Leggi di più
Acquisition of Visibilia Publishing Group
Assistance in the acquisition of a majority stake in Athena Pubblicità, which in turn holds 89.94% of Visibilia Editore … Leggi di più
Acquisition of 5 Biogas Projects
Assistance in the sale from TerraX Biogas Holding S.r.l. to Engie Servizi S.p.A. of the entire corporate capital of 5 bi… Leggi di più
Expert.ai Group multiple investments and acquisitions
Assistance to Expert.ai, company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange in connection with: corporate capital increase of… Leggi di più
Acquisition of GBSapri Group
Assistance in the private equity deal concerning the sale of GBSapri Group, top tier national insurance broker, in favor… Leggi di più
Investment of UTEC VC Fund in Piece Finance
Assistance in the context of the VC Round of Piece Finance subscribed by the Japanese VC Fund “UTEC”.
Acquisition of Origine SGR
Assistance in the acquisition of Origine SGR S.p.A., an asset management company authorized and operating under Bank of … Leggi di più
Sale of B2F Group to Grenke Bank
Assistance in the sale of B2F Group (an Italian-founded digital solutions provider with over 20 years of experience and … Leggi di più
Sale of a 200MW BESS facility
Assistance to a leading international group active in the development, management build and operation of renewable energ… Leggi di più
Acquisition of Moneynet S.p.A. from IVS Group
Assistance in the sale and purchase of Moneynet S.p.A. (a payment institution specializing in the development of electro… Leggi di più
Acquisition of a cryptocurrency VASP
Assistance in the acquisition by OSL Group, one of the most prominent cryptocurrency exchanges in Asia in terms of size … Leggi di più
Assistance to Metguun Insaat Group
Assistance in the acquistion of the entire corporate capital of Mercati S.p.A. owning luxury Hotel Aldrovandi Villa Borg… Leggi di più
Assistance to Reichle & De Massari AG Group
Assistance in the acquisition of the entire corporate capital of Tecnosteel Group.
Assistance to Vento Ventures
Assistance to Vento Ventures in the structuring of the agreements for early stage investments in top tier Italian and fo… Leggi di più
VC investment in Dove.it
Assistance in the structuring and negotiation of two venture capital investment in Dove.it, an Italian proptech company,… Leggi di più
VC investment in Tramundi
Assistance in the structuring and negotiation of two venture capital investment in Tramundi, an Italian tech company, fo… Leggi di più
VC investment in Qura
Assistance in the structuring, negotiation, and closing of a pre-seed investment round in Qura in the amount of Euro 1.5… Leggi di più
VC investment in Macingo
Assistance to Mecar S.p.A. on the Seed investment round of Euro 2.1 million in Macingo, first italian marketplace for go… Leggi di più
Acquisition of 3FAST by HIG Fund
Assistance in the acquisition of the entire corporate capital of 3FAST Group, a top tier industrial company active in th… Leggi di più
TAS Group multiple investments and acquisitions
Assistance to TAS Group, top tier Italian fintech company specializing in software for digital payments and financial se… Leggi di più
Acquisition of Inonet Computer GmbH by Eurotech S.p.A.
Assistance provided to Eurotech, a company listed on Euronext Milan, in the acquisition of Inonet Computer GmbH.
Awards
IFLR1000 - 2023
M&A, Banking, CM Equity, Project Development
M&A, Banking, CM Equity, Project Development
The Legal 500 - 2023
Banking and Finance, Bank Regulatory, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Data Privacy and Data Protection and TMT.
Banking and Finance, Bank Regulatory, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Data Privacy and Data Protection and TMT.
TopLegal Ranking - 2023
Corporate M&A Mid-Market.
Francesco Dagnino and Fabio Luongo top Mid-Market professionals.
Corporate M&A Mid-Market.
Francesco Dagnino and Fabio Luongo top Mid-Market professionals.
Other practices
The firm provides legal and tax advice to all parties involved in private equity transactions, from the due diligence phase to the closing phase. Our team is dedicated to giving our clients high-quality service and comprehensive support at every stage of their investment journey.
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We help innovative startups overcome the legal and financial challenges they encounter in the early, middle and final stages of the investment process.
We offer a wide range of legal services, from the establishment of ad hoc corporate vehicles to the drafting of business plans, up to the negotiation and drafting of investment agreements.
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LEXIA represents a reference point in the Capital Markets sector. Our Equity Capital Markets (ECM) team is acknowledged in the market for its attitude towards innovation and the ability to conceive creative and innovative solutions that have made a lasting impact in the industry.
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LEXIA is an Italian law firm that advises companies, financial institutions and asset managers on a wide range of financial transactions, including IPOs, ICOs and project finance.
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