Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati

Italy

World Tax Reviews

Overview

Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati, founded in the 1970s, is one of Italy’s leading independent law firms, offering integrated tax and legal services to over 4,800 clients, including multinationals. With 600+ professionals across 10 Italian offices and independent offices in London and China, the firm specializes in M&A, real estate, finance, and cross-border transactions. Its strength lies in combining legal and tax expertise, supported by its corporate finance boutique, Pirola Corporate Finance. Equity Partner Nathalie Brazzelli leads the 460-strong tax team. 

During the research period, the firm assisted provided tax assistance to Bain Capital in the acquisition of F.I.S. Fabbrica Italiana Sintetici, following a long and competitive auction process.In addition, the team provided tax assistance to Fiber Bidco and Fiber Midco of Fedrigoni Group with the issuance of two bonds. 

Client Feedback 

“Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati consistently demonstrates great professionalism, accuracy, and completeness in documentation.” 

“Their team provides highly proactive support and delivers services that not only meet expectations but also serve as a benchmark in the industry.”

Tax

Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati was established in the 1970s as a partnership by a group of specialists. The firm provides tax and legal services to medium and large-sized companies and multinational groups and has continually sought to reinforce its multidisciplinary approach by creating specialised centres of excellence. The key types of work it provides include M&A, real estate transactions, due diligence, bank financing advisory and structured finance. The tax department has over 460 dedicated professionals, with equity partner Nathalie Brazzelli as the firm's leading individual.

According to case studies, the firm assisted Bain Capital in its acquisition of Fedrigoni. The team also assisted Fis - Fabbrica Italiana Sintetici with the issuing of a sustainability linked bond.

Client feedback

“Fundamental support in the preparation of the country file through careful verification of the information reported. Support in checking the alignment of the Master File with the country file.”