Marco Penna coordinates the Financial Intermediaries Regulations Department and has extensive experience regarding banking regulation, with particular focus on banking & finance law. He regularly assists clients on the regulatory capital of banks and financial intermediaries incorporated under Article 106 of the Italian Banking Act, as well as on banking governance and transparency also in the payment services sector. He also provides assistance in the field of investment services, rules of conduct and off-premises offerings. He regularly deals with regulatory aspect related to M&A transactions in the banking, payments and asset management sectors, as well as in relation to the establishment of regulated entities.

Marco Penna is ranked in Chambers and Partner in Band 3 in the Banking & Finance: Financial Services Regulation sector and he is mentioned as follow: “Marco is one of the most important lawyers in the banking regulation sector. He is distinguished by his great experience in the sector, commercial approach and quality of service”, “Marco has wide-ranging competence, maximum availability and always has a positive attitude”, “Marco has a clear understanding of what banks need in terms of legal counsel”, “Marco Penna has a comprehensive view of the banking and financial services implications of complex matters, including international elements” (2026), “Marco Penna assists with very complex transactions. He has a broad overview and a pragmatic approach” (2025).

Moreover, he is recognised in The Legal 500 as Leading Partner and he is mentioned as follows: “I had the opportunity to work with the regulatory team led by Marco Penna […]. Marco is undoubtedly one of the most recognised lawyers in the field in Italy, and it’s easy to see why: he is a professional of high standing, capable of navigating the most complex regulatory issues and always ready to propose innovative solutions”, “‘I have worked closely with Marco Penna […]. He is an outstanding professional. […] Marco has both the right experience and standing for all the interactions with the regulatory authorities” (2026), “Marco Penna has broad knowledge of banking and financial markets regulation, and gives practical advice that is aimed at finding viable solutions” (2023), “Marco Penna is a strong role model in his areas of expertise” (2022), “Marco Penna has been of outstanding support through his professionalism” (2021). Marco is also ranked Excellent in Compliance in the Leaders League directory.