Burger King Expands by Acquiring P.F.S: Legal Advisers Involved
Deal News | Apr 09, 2025 | Legal Community Italy
Burger King Restaurants Italia (BKRI) has acquired the entire share capital of P.F.S., a company operating a chain of Burger King restaurants in Piemonte. Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP advised BKRI in this transaction, with a team led by partners Paolo Cocchini and Emanuella Agostinelli. The team included senior associate Luca Airaghi and other legal professionals who worked with BKRI's in-house legal team, led by Giorgia Agosta. Labor, fiscal, and financial aspects of the deal were managed by Studio Necchio, coordinated by Cristina Turetta, alongside Matteo Calculli and Angelo Bertolini. P.F.S. was advised by F.lex Studio Legale Ferreri, with partner Antonio D'Addario and a senior associate.
Sectors
- Hospitality and Food Services
- Legal Services
Geography
- Italy – The acquisition and the businesses involved are located in Italy, with a focus on the Piemonte region.
Industry
- Hospitality and Food Services – The acquisition involves a chain of Burger King restaurants, a significant player in the regional food services market.
- Legal Services – Multiple legal firms were involved in advising the transaction, covering legal, labor, and financial aspects.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King Restaurants Italia (BKRI) | Buyer | Company | BKRI is responsible for acquiring P.F.S., expanding its operations in the Piemonte region of Italy. |
| P.F.S. | Target Company | Company | P.F.S. operates a chain of Burger King restaurants in the Piemonte region. |
| Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | Legal firm advising BKRI through the acquisition. |
| Studio Necchio | Advisor | Company | Handled labor, fiscal, and financial aspects of the transaction. |
| F.lex Studio Legale Ferreri | Legal Advisor | Company | Advised P.F.S. during the acquisition process. |