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Fortunato Gitto

Fortunato Gitto

Partner Head of the Labour Law practice in Italy

Fortunato is a distinguished Italian lawyer whose expertise centers on Labour Law and Professional Liability.

Biography

Fortunato is a distinguished Italian lawyer whose expertise centers on Labour Law and Professional Liability.

Fortunato possesses extensive experience in employment and social security law, providing high-level counsel to corporations, professionals, and private individuals in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

His practice is primarily dedicated to employment litigation, workforce management, and the drafting of complex employment contracts. He is also a recognized authority in handling collective dismissals and trade union relations.

Furthermore, Fortunato has developed a significant track record in Medical and Professional Liability, assisting clients in complex cases involving professional negligence and malpractice claims.

He regularly represents clients before Italian courts and administrative authorities, delivering strategic legal solutions tailored to navigate the most intricate employment and liability frameworks.

Practice Areas

  • Labour & Employment Law
  • Social Security Law
  • Employment Litigation
  • Trade Union & Industrial Relations
  • Medical & Professional Liability

Education

  • Master’s Degree in Law, University of Messina
  • Postgraduate Master in Labour Law, University of Messina

Bar Admission

  • Italian Bar (Avvocato)

Languages

  • Italian (Native)
  • English (Professional Working Proficiency)