Pedersoli was selected among European law firms that excelled in engagements with the highest innovative content in “FT Innovative Lawyers Europe 2021” report, produced by the Financial Times with the cooperation of RSG Consulting. Specific reference was made to the assistance provided to Intesa Sanpaolo by a team led by Carlo Pedersoli in the voluntary public exchange offer on 100% UBI ordinary shares, as well as the transfer of certain branches to BPER Banca.

The Financial Times stated: “Hostile takeovers are uncommon in Italy and the deal establishes Intesa Sanpaolo as one of the biggest banks in the country and the Eurozone”.