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In today's economy, a large part of the value of business is based on the relationships established between the parties. Commercial law plays a fundamental role in society and in obtaining a competitive advantage for companies. A well-defined strategy enables the best results for the business to be achieved.

We are witnessing an evolution in the form of consumption, which is increasingly digital and remote, driven by a series of related technologies. Companies are finding new ways to create content and discovering new techniques for engaging with their customers, while also facing challenges in their physical businesses.

Whatever your opportunities or challenges may be, our dedicated team understands your business needs and works to strategically define tailored solutions.

We can help you shape your strategy, manage risks and make the most of opportunities in these areas: 

  • Commercial and consumer contracts
  • Procurement, production and distribution agreements
  • Supply services and construction contracts, technology, logistics
  • Representation in related legal and arbitration proceedings
  • Establishment of multi-jurisdictional distribution networks or franchising
  • Outsourcing
  • Regulatory matters
  • E-procurement
  • Manufacturing projects
  • Digitalisation
  • Advertising

We have an in-depth knowledge of how commercial law applies in practice across different markets and with cross-disciplinary teams, we work to provide advice close to our clients’ needs.


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19/01/2024
CBAM: Just over a week to comply
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The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: An Overview
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27/06/2023
New EU sanctions against Russia (11th package)
On 23 June 2023, the EU adopted its 11th sanctions package against Russia. After weeks of internal negotiations EU Member States agreed on a set of additional measures which tackle circumvention and extend...
21/04/2023
Key changes for companies related to the new General Product Safety Regulation
On 30 March 2023, the European Parliament adopted the General Product Safety Regulation for consumer products, which replaces the General Product Safety Directive of 2001 (2001/95/EC). The Council must...
28/03/2023
European Parliament and Council ready to start negotiations on EU Data...
In February 2022 the European Commission presented its proposal for the EU Data Act, which – if adopted - will introduce a far-reaching legal regime on access to and use of non-personal data in the...
28/02/2023
New EU sanctions against Russia
On 25 February 2023, one year after Russia started its invasion of Ukraine, the EU adopted its tenth sanctions package against Russia. Together with the existing sanctions the European Commission considers...