White & Case, one of the world’s leading global law firms, has strengthened its Global Debt Finance Practice and Global Financial Institutions Industry Group with the addition of Luca Maffia as a partner in its Milan office. This move reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to expanding its capabilities in Europe and supporting clients across a wide range of complex financial transactions.
Luca brings over a decade of experience advising both borrowers and lenders on complex banking and financing matters. His work spans international and domestic corporates, financial institutions, and investment funds, giving him a broad perspective on the needs of clients operating in today’s interconnected financial markets. He has developed particular expertise in leveraged finance and acquisition finance, areas that are increasingly important as companies pursue growth through mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments.
In addition to his work in corporate finance, Luca has significant experience in the real estate sector. He regularly advises both lenders, including credit funds, and borrowers on financing structures that support real estate development, investment, and operations. His ability to navigate the complexities of real estate finance adds another layer of strength to White & Case’s already deep bench of expertise in this area.
Before joining White & Case, Luca was counsel at A&O Shearman, where he built a strong track record of advising clients on high-value, cross-border transactions. His move to White & Case represents not only a new chapter in his career but also an opportunity for the firm to expand its reach and capabilities in Italy. This market continues to play a vital role in European finance.
The addition of Luca to the Milan office highlights White & Case’s strategy of investing in top legal talent to meet the evolving needs of its clients. By expanding its debt finance and financial institutions practices, the firm is positioning itself to provide even more comprehensive support to clients navigating complex financing arrangements, whether in Italy, across Europe, or globally.
KEY QUOTES:
“Leading international clients choose White & Case to guide their key finance deals because they value our long and successful track record advising on highly complex, cross-border matters with teams in all the world’s major financial markets, including Milan. Luca’s arrival adds further strength to our debt finance team in the important Italian market and underlines our commitment to supporting our clients on their key finance deals in Italy.”
Leonardo Graffi, White & Case Office Executive Partner in Milan
“We continue to build globally to ensure that White & Case is positioned to support clients on their most important matters and in Italy, where we are a leading firm for finance, the addition of Luca clearly supports that strategy. He also represents the second lateral partner addition to our important and successful Milan office during 2025 so far, following the arrival in May of private equity partner Giovanni Spedicato from Latham & Watkins.”
White & Case partner and Vice Chair Oliver Brettle
