Caseificio Rosso: Investors Acquire Majority Stake with Orrick's Guidance

Deal News | Feb 19, 2025 | Legal Community Italy

Caseificio Rosso: Investors Acquire Majority Stake with Orrick's Guidance

Orrick, a law firm, has successfully assisted a group of investors in acquiring a majority stake in Caseificio Rosso, a Biella-based company in the dairy sector. The investor group comprises Alessandro Boggio Merlo, CEO of Litheman Group, along with Compagnie De l’Ours and Aglietti 1910. The acquisition strategy emphasizes continuity, with the founding family members, Enrico and Riccardo Rosso, remaining involved as shareholders and board members. Orrick's team was led by partner Guido Testa, with special counsel Emanuela Longo and managing associate Roberta Dimaggio also playing pivotal roles.

Sectors

  • Dairy Industry
  • Legal Services
  • Private Equity and M&A

Geography

  • Italy – Caseificio Rosso is based in Biella, Italy, and the legal advisory is provided by Orrick's Italian team.

Industry

  • Dairy Industry – Caseificio Rosso operates in the dairy sector, manufacturing cheese and other dairy products.
  • Legal Services – Orrick, the legal advisor, played a crucial role in facilitating the acquisition.
  • Private Equity and M&A – The article discusses an acquisition involving a group of investors acquiring a majority stake in a company.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Caseificio RossoTarget CompanyCompanyA Biella-based company active in the dairy sector.
    Alessandro Boggio MerloInvestorPersonCEO of Litheman Group and part of the investor group acquiring Caseificio Rosso.
    Compagnie De l’OursInvestorCompanyPart of the investor group acquiring a majority stake in Caseificio Rosso.
    Aglietti 1910InvestorCompanyPart of the investor group involved in the acquisition.
    Enrico RossoSeller/Continuing ManagementPersonFounding family member of Caseificio Rosso, remaining involved post-acquisition.
    Riccardo RossoSeller/Continuing ManagementPersonFounding family member of Caseificio Rosso, remaining involved post-acquisition.
    OrrickLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal assistance to the investors during the acquisition.
    Guido TestaLegal AdvisorPersonPartner at Orrick who led the legal team assisting the acquisition.
    Emanuela LongoLegal AdvisorPersonSpecial counsel at Orrick involved in the legal processes of the acquisition.
    Roberta DimaggioLegal AdvisorPersonManaging associate at Orrick who supported the acquisition legal processes.