What Lexia does

Lexia (legally Associazione LEXIA Avvocati) is an independent Italian law firm founded in 2016 and headquartered at Via del Lauro 9 in Milan. The firm operates a multi-brand integrated model across four divisions — LEXIA Legal & Tax, LEXIA Private, LEXIA Corporate Services, and LEXIA Compliance — and maintains four physical offices in Milan, Rome, Palermo, and Abu Dhabi. It is led by founders and managing partners Francesco Dagnino (Corporate M&A and Financial Services) and Alessandro Dagnino (Tax Law and Restructuring), and employs over 100 professionals organized in a horizontal, multidisciplinary structure. The firm is the only Italian member of the Fintech Legal Network and participates in four other international legal networks spanning 16+ European jurisdictions.

The firm serves four primary customer segments: companies and corporate entities (corporate M&A, venture capital, capital markets, banking and finance, restructuring); private clients and family offices (wealth management, real estate, global mobility, estate planning, art law); foreign investors (FDI entry, internationalization, market entry); and regulated industries (ESG, Model 231, AML, DORA, data privacy, MiCAR compliance). Named mandates include advising bunq on its Italian IBAN launch via the Italian branch (June 2026) and Woltair Italia on a negotiated crisis settlement (June 2026). Practice areas also cover data centers, esports/gaming, fintech/crypto/blockchain, legaltech, metaverse, private equity, renewable energies, and venture capital.

Revenue is generated through professional services fees (hourly/quote-based) across legal advisory, tax advisory and compliance, corporate services, and private client work; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Notable technology and innovation assets include LexiaVerse (a virtual office on the Spatial Metaverse), the LEXIA Payments platform (accepting cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and cryptocurrency), a dedicated client portal, and an active legaltech startup investment/incubation program. The firm holds no external funding, is not listed, and operates as a private professional association under Italian civil code articles 36ff., with the Dagnino brothers as the sole persons with significant control.

Name

Lexia

Legal name

Associazione LEXIA Avvocati

Website

https://lexia.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lexia is an independent Italian law firm founded in 2016, offering legal, tax, corporate services, and compliance advisory across corporate M&A, banking, fintech, private wealth, and emerging sectors through 100+ professionals in Milan, Rome, Palermo, and Abu Dhabi.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Legal Services

NAICS

Legal Services (5411), Offices of Lawyers (541110), Offices of Lawyers (54111)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) & Securities Law (BPAHAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Financial Crime, AML/CFT & Sanctions Compliance (BPAHAFAE), Compliance & Regulatory Operations (AML/KYC, Reporting, Audit) (FSAGAAAL), Regulatory Reporting, Travel Rule & Recordkeeping (Crypto) (FSADALAI)

Keywords

• Legal advisory services
• Tax consulting services
• Corporate compliance advisory
• M&A legal counsel
• Financial regulation advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

Milano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Legal Services: Core legal advisory services across corporate, M&A, banking, capital markets, litigation, arbitration, labor law, administrative law, criminal law, and more
2. Tax Advisory & Compliance: Tax advisory, tax litigation, transfer pricing, tax restructuring, and corporate tax services
3. Corporate Services: Accounting services, payroll management, audit and assurance, trademark registration, debt collection, corporate domicile and administration
4. Compliance Services: Internal control functions, anti-money laundering, DORA and ICT risk, ESG, Model 231 organizational compliance, privacy compliance, MiCAR compliance
5. Private Client Services: Wealth management, real estate, global mobility and relocation, estate planning, art law, vessels and aircraft

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Lexia is an independent Italian law firm delivering legal, tax, compliance, and corporate services through a multi-brand integrated model consisting of four divisions: LEXIA Legal & Tax (corporate M&A, capital markets, banking, fintech, litigation, labor, administrative, criminal tax law), LEXIA Private (wealth management, real estate, global mobility, succession planning), LEXIA Corporate Services (accounting, payroll, IP registration, FDI assistance, corporate domiciliation), and LEXIA Compliance (AML, DORA, ESG, Model 231, privacy, MiCAR). The firm also operates specialized innovation practice areas including data center, esports, fintech/crypto/blockchain, legaltech, metaverse, private equity, renewable energies, and venture capital.

Product overview

Lexia is an independent Italian law firm offering legal, tax, and compliance services through a multi-brand integrated service model consisting of four main divisions: LEXIA Legal & Tax (corporate M&A, capital markets, fintech, banking, litigation, labor law), LEXIA Private (wealth management, real estate, succession planning), LEXIA Corporate Services (FDI, accounting, payroll, audit, IP registration), and LEXIA Compliance (AML, DORA, ESG, privacy). The firm also operates specialized practice areas in innovation sectors including Data Center, Esports & Gaming, Fintech/Crypto/Blockchain, Legaltech, Metaverse (LexiaVerse virtual office), Private Equity, Renewable Energies, and Venture Capital. Additional client-facing digital services include a Client Portal for exclusive access and LEXIA Payments for online invoice payments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LEXIA Legal & Tax Core legal and tax advisory division of Lexia, providing services in corporate M&A, venture capital, capital markets, financial regulation, fintech, banking, restructuring, litigation, arbitration, labor law, administrative law, and criminal tax/economic law. Designed for Italian and international companies, banks, issuers, and financial intermediaries.
• LEXIA Private Division focused on private client services for high-net-worth individuals and family offices, including wealth management, real estate management, global mobility and relocation, estate planning and succession, art law, private taxation, vessels and aircraft, and private litigation.
• LEXIA Corporate Services Business services division providing foreign direct investment assistance, accounting and tax compliance, global mobility for workers, trademark and IP registration, payroll management, audit and assurance, customs compliance, debt collection, and corporate domiciliation and administration.
• LEXIA Compliance Compliance services division covering internal control functions, anti-money laundering, DORA and ICT risk, ESG, Model 231 organizational compliance, privacy compliance, MiCAR compliance, and Central Contact Point services for companies in regulated sectors.
• Space Law and Space Economy Practice Newly launched dedicated practice area focused on space law and space economy matters, providing specialized legal assistance for clients operating in the emerging space sector.
• Client Portal Dedicated online portal at clientlogin.lexia.it for existing clients to access exclusive content and services.
• LEXIA Payments Online payment system at payment.lexia.it accepting credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and cryptocurrency for invoice payments.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ASSOCASPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with an industry association focused on enhancing professional expertise, fostering dialogue among operators and creating synergies between businesses and professionals.
• Fintech DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Italy's leading fintech and insurtech ecosystem, aimed at strengthening presence in financial innovation and developing relationships with startups, investors and industry operators.
• LIDE ItaliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the Italian chapter of LIDE, an international network bringing together entrepreneurs, managers and institutions to foster economic dialogue and business relations between Italy and foreign markets.
• OIES (Osservatorio Italiano Esports)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the leading observatory for the esports sector in Italy, useful for exploring regulatory, commercial and innovation-related aspects of competitive gaming and digital services.
• ASSONEXTminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the leading association for listed SMEs and capital markets matters, aimed at identifying growth, governance and corporate finance needs.
• Invest in LombardyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the initiative dedicated to attracting investment to Lombardy, aimed at supporting internationalization projects, local establishment and business development.
• B4i (Bocconi for Innovation)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Bocconi University's entrepreneurship and acceleration platform, focused on startups, innovation and connections with the venture ecosystem.
• Italian Industry & Commerce Office in the UAEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitutional partnership supporting economic relations with the United Arab Emirates, aimed at promoting business opportunities, networking and international development.
• AssolombardaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Lombardy's leading business association, relevant for institutional relations, networking and engagement with the local business community (relationship under termination but remains active until October).
• IBA (International Bar Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the International Bar Association, a leading international organization for global trade, arbitration and the development of standards for international business.
• ICC (International Chamber of Commerce)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the International Chamber of Commerce, a leading international organization for global trade, arbitration and the development of standards for international business.
• Yes MilanominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Milan's official international promotion platform, focused on attracting talent, students, investment and businesses.
• Henley & PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with an international firm specializing in global mobility, residence and citizenship planning, offering significant value for international clients and cross-border matters.
• AZIZI GROUPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with an international business group active in the development of projects and investment opportunities, with a particular focus on the UAE market.
• I3P – Politecnico IncubatorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with one of Italy's leading university incubators, dedicated to supporting innovative startups and high-tech projects.
• Startup GeeksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with a community and learning platform dedicated to entrepreneurship, startups and founder education, providing opportunities to connect with early-stage ventures and emerging talent.
• Bancaria ConsultingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with a consulting firm focused on banking, financial services and regulatory matters, supporting specialist initiatives and business development.
• STARTE AIminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with an organization focused on artificial intelligence and technological innovation, aimed at covering an area with high growth potential and cross-sector application.
• STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with a global association bringing together professionals and experts in trusts, estates and succession planning.
• AIFOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the leading association for family offices and advanced wealth management, supporting the development of qualified relationships in wealth and advisory.
• AIFI (Italian Private Equity Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the Italian Private Equity, Venture Capital and Private Debt Association, providing qualified insight into the investment market and financial innovation.
• Italian Tech AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the association representing investors in innovation and tech startups in Italy, aimed at strengthening presence in the tech and venture capital ecosystem.
• Associazione Trust in ItaliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the association dedicated to the promotion and study of trusts, supporting specialized legal and wealth planning insights and expertise.
• Pro Bono Italia ETSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the organization promoting legal pro bono in Italy, supporting access to justice and initiatives for the third sector and vulnerable individuals.
• IFA – International Fiscal AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with one of the leading international organizations in the field of tax law, bringing together professionals, academics, and practitioners specialized in international taxation.
• Fintech Legal NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationEuropean network of independent law firms specialized in financial services and financial technologies (FinTech). LEXIA is the only Italian law firm member, combining experience from over 16 European jurisdictions.
• Privacy Legal NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational network dedicated to privacy and data protection law, providing specialized expertise across multiple jurisdictions.
• Global Mobility Legal NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational network focused on global mobility, immigration, and relocation legal services across multiple countries.
• Merger and Acquisition Legal NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational network dedicated to M&A transactions, providing cross-border expertise for corporate deals and investments.
• Tax Legal NetworkcoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational network focused on tax law matters, providing specialized expertise for cross-border tax planning and compliance.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Chiomenti: One of Italy's leading independent law firms, historically strong in banking & finance, corporate M&A, and tax. Comparable to LEXIA on practice coverage but operating at a larger scale and with a stronger international profile.
• LCA Studio Legale: Independent Italian multi-practice law firm with comparable size and a similar diversified practice mix including corporate, finance, tax, and compliance. A natural head-to-head competitor in the Italian mid-market.
• Gianni & Origoni: Major independent Italian law firm with deep M&A, banking & finance, tax, and dispute resolution practices. Directly comparable to LEXIA on full-service Italian coverage and on serving both domestic and international clients.
• GattiPavesiBianchiLudovici: Independent Italian law firm with deep specializations in corporate/M&A, tax, private equity, and financial services. Comparable to LEXIA on practice mix and on serving PE sponsors and Italian corporates.
• PedersoliGattai: Independent Italian law firm of comparable mid-market size with strong M&A, banking, and capital markets practices. Closely comparable to LEXIA on structure, client profile (Italian corporates and financial institutions), and ranking tier.

Broad incumbents

• CMS Italy (CMS Adonnino Ascoli & Casamassima): Italian member of the international CMS network, offering full-service corporate, finance, tax, and compliance advice. Comparable to LEXIA's multi-brand integrated offering but operating within a larger global network.
• Dentons: Global law firm with significant Italian presence and broad cross-border capabilities. Competes with LEXIA on multi-jurisdictional corporate, banking, and tax mandates for clients needing both Italian and international coverage.
• Orrick Italy: Global law firm with a strong Italian tech, energy, and finance practice. Comparable to LEXIA on serving fintech and innovative-sector clients in Italy and on cross-border capability, though backed by a much larger international platform.
• Bird & Bird: Global law firm with a strong TMT, IP, data protection, and fintech practice. Highly comparable to LEXIA on the innovation-focused practice areas (fintech, crypto, data centers, digital transformation) though at much larger scale and geographic reach.

Others

• Fintech District: Italy's leading fintech and insurtech ecosystem that LEXIA partners with. Not a peer but an ecosystem adjacency: comparable in the sense that fintech ecosystem players are natural counterparties and referral sources for LEXIA's Fintech/Crypto/Blockchain practice.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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