About
Giovanni is an Associate in our antitrust, competition and trade practice, based in Rome. He advises clients on all aspects of EU and Italian competition law, including merger control proceedings and antitrust investigations.
Prior to joining Freshfields, Giovanni gained significant competition law experience at the Italian Competition Authority and at national and international law firms.
He graduated in law from University of Naples “Federico II” and earned his Ph.D from University of Rome “Tor Vergata”.
Giovanni speaks Italian and English.
University education
University of Naples ‘Federico II’ (Law, J.D.)
University of Rome ‘Tor Vergata’ (Ph.D)
Professional qualifications
Admitted to the Italian Bar (Avvocato)

Giovanni Pennetta
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