D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel is pleased to announce the promotion of three distinguished professionals to the role of Partner, effective January 1, 2026. Aris Xie, Riccardo Verzella, and Veronica Gianola have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the firm and their continued commitment to delivering excellence in cross-border legal and advisory services.
Aris Xie, based in China, has played a pivotal role in advising international clients on complex corporate and commercial matters, strengthening the firm’s position in the Asia-Pacific region.
Veronica Gianola, operating from Italy, has demonstrated exceptional expertise in corporate governance and M&A transactions, contributing significantly to the firm’s European practice.
Riccardo Verzella, based in India, has been instrumental in expanding the firm’s footprint in the Indian market, particularly in dispute resolution and cross-border advisory services.
Their promotions reflect D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel’s ongoing commitment to nurturing talent and reinforcing its leadership team across key international markets.
D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel is a leading international professional service firm providing cross-border M&A, dispute resolution, and corporate governance, with a specific focus on strengthening business relationships between Europe and emerging economies. The firm has a strong presence in major cities across China, Hong Kong S.A.R., India, Italy, UAE, and Vietnam, and also operates a dedicated Russian-speaking Desk. Its European headquarters are located in Milan, Italy, while its Asia-Pacific headquarters are based in Shanghai, China.
The firm congratulates Aris Xie, Veronica Gianola and Riccardo Verzella on this significant milestone and looks forward to their continued success in their new roles.
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