Global law firm Dentons has announced the hire of Carsten Steinhauer to establish and lead the German Desk in Italy. He will also serve as a partner in the Corporate and M&A practice.

Mr. Steinhauer, previously a partner at McDermott Will & Emery, joins Dentons along with counsel Christian Fabricatore and associate Riccardo Narducci. They will be based in the Rome office.

Mr. Steinhauer has 20 years of experience in cross-border assistance to German companies operating in Italy and counts among his clients important German industrial companies, financial institutions, insurance companies and investment funds. He focuses on commercial and corporate law and has extensive experience in international M&A and joint venture transactions. He is also well regarded for his work in the renewable energy sector, where he advises primarily on acquisitions, sales, development and construction of energy plants.

Germany has historically been Italy's largest trading partner and a major source of foreign investment. The Italian German desk will work closely with Dentons colleagues in Germany, to provide seamless, high-value advice to our German-speaking clients. The Firm currently has offices in Berlin, Frankfurt and Munich and will soon open a new office in Dusseldorf.

Federico Sutti, Italy Managing Partner, stated: “With the addition of Carsten Steinhauer, Dentons will be one of the go-to firms for German companies in Italy, and at the same time, will strengthen its leading position in the energy sector in Italy.

Carsten Steinhauer commented: “My team and I are enthusiastic to join such a dynamic and visionary firm. Dentons’ global coverage, multidisciplinary approach and high quality lawyers will allow us to provide our clientele with top-notch integrated service.”

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