Ashurst adds Disputes partner to lead Italian practice

Global law firm Ashurst announces the appointment of Loris Bovo as a partner in Italy, to lead the development of the Milan disputes practice as the firm continues to build out its Disputes & Investigations offering across Europe.

Loris has 20 years' of disputes experience, with a focus on banking, finance and insolvency disputes. Loris has particular experience advising on ESG related matters.

"We're delighted to welcome Loris to Ashurst. His breadth of expertise will be valuable for our clients both in the Italian disputes market and internationally", said Tom Connor, global co-head for Disputes, Investigations & Advisory.

Carloandrea Meacci, managing partner of Ashurst's Milan office, added: "Loris is a highly respected litigator in the Italian market with a versatile practice. His expertise with clients in the financial sector such as banks and funds is the perfect complement to our existing offering and we are confident that he will play a key role in further developing our disputes capability. We are pleased he is joining Ashurst."

Loris commented: "Ashurst's exciting platform, its global mindset and its reputable banking and disputes practice makes it the perfect place for me to continue my practice. I'm thrilled to be joining and look forward to being part of its collaborative offering."

Loris joins from Linklaters.