Where Law Meets Technology

Legal Engineering

The specialization of Legal Design for the Digital Economy. From EU AI Act compliance to D.Lgs 231 governance, we combine legal expertise with engineering to deliver protection and innovation where it matters most.

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"Data is the new oil for the digital age."

— Neelie Kroes, Vice-President of the European Commission, 2012

The Digital Economy

The new macroeconomic paradigm where computers work autonomously generating value and revenue. Data processing creates wealth within a market where the digital economy manifests itself — and where legal risks demand specialized navigation.

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What is Legal Engineering?

Legal Engineering is a specialization of Legal Design. By Legal Design we mean the consulting activity that aims to provide legal compliance to any business project — identifying risks in advance and implementing remedial actions to mitigate controversy and litigation.

Legal Engineering operates when the business project is located within the Digital Economy — that particular form of economy where value is produced through the activity carried out independently by digital devices.

In this context, alongside the jurist, professional figures expert in the various disciplines of Computer Science work in synergy — combining "Legal" for design and "Engineering" for technology.

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Legal Design

Proactive legal consulting that minimizes the need for forensic activity by anticipating risks before they become disputes.

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Engineering

Technical expertise from software engineering, applied to the permissionless paradigms of digital business models.

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Digital Economy

Operating in the virtual territory where national, international, and supranational laws intersect — and where technology evolves faster than legislation.

How Legal Engineering Works

A structured four-phase approach to risk mitigation for your company's activities in the Digital Market.

Business Model Analysis

Deep analysis of your digital business model, revenue streams, and operational framework to identify all legal exposure points.

Regulatory Context

Mapping the full regulatory landscape — EU, national, and international — that governs your digital operations and data flows.

Compliance Design

Architecting bespoke compliance frameworks that integrate seamlessly with your technology stack and business processes.

Risk Mitigation

Implementing preventive legal measures, monitoring systems, and remedial protocols to minimize liability and protect your assets.

How We Can Help
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Design New Digital Business

Launch your digital venture with legal foundations built in from day one — compliant, scalable, and protected.

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Go Digital

Bring your traditional business into the digital market with full legal compliance and risk mitigation for the transition.

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Secure & Rescue

Audit, secure, and rescue businesses facing regulatory exposure, data breaches, or compliance gaps in their digital operations.

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Integrate DeFi

Implement decentralized finance where digital devices generate revenue autonomously — within legal boundaries and regulatory frameworks.

Practice Areas
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New Technology Law

Full-spectrum legal consulting for businesses operating in the digital world. From website compliance to e-commerce regulation, software contracts to ISP liability.

Website Compliance E-Commerce Software Contracts Digital Signatures Online Dispute Resolution
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Cybersecurity & Data Protection

Comprehensive GDPR compliance, data protection strategies, and cybersecurity legal frameworks. Privacy by design, data breach response, and regulatory proceedings.

GDPR Privacy by Design Data Breach DPA Proceedings Compliance Audits
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Digital Currencies & FinTech

Navigating the legal landscape of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and decentralized finance. Token offerings, smart contract compliance, and regulatory frameworks for financial innovation.

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Startup & Venture Capital

End-to-end legal support for startups and venture capital operations. From incorporation to funding rounds, IP protection to exit strategies.

Incorporation Funding Rounds IP Protection Due Diligence Exit Strategy
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EU AI Act Compliance

The EU AI Act (Regulation 2024/1689) is the world's first comprehensive AI regulation. With obligations phased in from February 2025 through August 2027, organizations developing, deploying, or importing AI systems need specialized legal guidance to navigate risk classification, transparency requirements, and governance obligations.

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D.Lgs 231/2001 & AI Governance

The integration of AI into business processes demands a fundamental update to the organizational management model (MOG) under D.Lgs 231/2001. Italy's Law 132/2025 introduces new AI-related criminal offenses and aggravating factors that directly impact corporate administrative liability. We help organizations build integrated compliance frameworks that bridge AI governance with 231 prevention models.

MOG Update Risk Assessment AI Risk Mapping OdV Advisory L. 132/2025 Integrated Compliance
Our Expertise in Detail

Decades of experience at the intersection of traditional legal practice and cutting-edge technology. Our team combines the rigor of established jurisprudence with deep technical understanding.

The digitalization of society and the evolution of new information and communications technologies offer important opportunities for the business world. Yet the legal aspects are marked by extreme complexity — technology evolves far faster than the legislator can operate, and the overlapping of national, international, and supranational laws demands specialized guidance.

Terms & Conditions

Drafting compliant terms of service, privacy policies, and all documents required for web operations.

Copyright & IP Online

Digital copyright protection, AGCOM proceedings, and intellectual property enforcement on electronic networks.

Domain Name Disputes

Legal assistance in domain name reassignment procedures and cybersquatting resolution.

Consumer Protection

E-commerce compliance, consumer rights, and unfair online competition matters.

Software & Databases

Legal frameworks for software licensing, database rights, and digital asset protection.

ISP & Platform Liability

Responsibility frameworks for Internet Service Providers, webmasters, bloggers, and platform operators.

Electronic Contracts

Digital signatures, electronic documents, and legally binding online agreements.

AI & Emerging Tech

Legal frameworks for artificial intelligence, machine learning systems, and emerging digital technologies under the EU AI Act.

AI Act Risk Assessment

Classification of AI systems by risk level, gap analysis against EU requirements, and phased compliance roadmaps for organizations.

231 & AI Integration

Updating organizational models (MOG) under D.Lgs 231/2001 to address AI-related criminal liability, new offenses under Law 132/2025, and supervisory body (OdV) advisory.

AI Literacy & Training

Mandatory AI literacy programs for staff as required by Art. 4 of the EU AI Act, customized for providers, deployers, and operators.

Training & Formation

Professional education programs in new technology law for legal teams and enterprises.

Legal Engineering Team

A multidisciplinary team where legal expertise meets engineering discipline. Each engagement assembles the right specialists for your unique challenge.

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Team Leader

Legal Director

Lawyer specialized in digital technology regulations, coordinating the group of experts across all disciplines.

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Business Modeller

Strategy

Business consultant specialized in modelling, planning, and digital technology applications for the digital market.

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Regulation Consultant

International Law

Lawyer, tax advisor, and labor consultant skilled in multi-jurisdictional regulations across EU and international frameworks.

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Computer Engineer

Technology

Software and systems engineer with deep expertise in digital technology, AI systems, blockchain, and cybersecurity.

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Domain Expert

Specialist

Expert in domain-specific analysis, providing deep vertical knowledge for specialized industry and sector challenges.

The Statement

The definition of Legal Engineering was formally documented, cryptographically hashed, and permanently notarized on the blockchain in 2020 — released under Creative Commons.

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The Document

The formal definition of Legal Engineering, published as an open statement.

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SHA-256 Hash

Cryptographic fingerprint ensuring document integrity.

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Blockchain Notarization

Permanently recorded on the Quadrans blockchain.

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Creative Commons

Released under Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0).

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Studio Legale Cappello
Studio Legale
Cappello
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Legal Engineering is a specialized division of Studio Legale Cappello — a distinguished Italian law firm where the tradition of the legal profession integrates with highly specialized competencies in new technologies, corporate governance, and strategic compliance.

The firm has developed excellent experience assisting major corporate groups of national and international relevance, including corporate governance, strategic compliance, and public entities. Between 2012–2015, the firm provided counsel to the Commissioner's Management for the debt repayment plan of Rome's Capital.

In the digital market and new technologies, the Studio distinguishes itself through its exclusive know-how — combining law with engineering and developing Legal Engineering as its dedicated practice for legal consultancy and design in the digital economy.

The Professionals

Meet the partners behind Legal Engineering — a curated network of professionals combining decades of legal practice with deep technical expertise.

Avv. Laura Cappello

Avv. Laura Cappello

Founder

Supreme Court Attorney. Legal Engineer. Lecturer in new technology law. Senior Compliance Manager.

Raffaello Maria Del Re

Raffaello Maria Del Re

Technology & Engineering

Software engineer and entrepreneur. AI systems architecture, blockchain infrastructure, and digital business modelling.

Armida Russo

Armida Russo

Managing Partner — Civil Law

Attorney with expertise in civil law, IT law, new technologies, data protection and privacy.

Cipriano Ficedolo

Cipriano Ficedolo

Managing Partner — Corporate Criminal Law

Corporate criminal defense attorney. Senior Compliance Manager. Supervisory Board member and corporate liability consultant.

Emmanuele Di Fenza

Emmanuele Di Fenza

Managing Partner — Anti-Money Laundering

Among the foremost international experts in anti-money laundering and anti financial crime. Former AML head for all Intesa Sanpaolo Group banks.

Micol Caponetto

Micol Caponetto

Managing Partner — Cybersecurity

Over 25 years in ICT. Cyber & Information Security specialist, Security Governance, CISO. CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certified.

Alessio Deiana

Alessio Deiana

Managing Partner — Cyber Reputation

Certified Security Manager (UNI 10459:2017) with over 20 years of experience in corporate security, intelligence, and counterespionage.

Claudio Lisi

Claudio Lisi

Managing Partner — Cyber Reputation

Senior Security Manager (UNI 10459:2017). Over 20 years in corporate security, intelligence, and counterespionage. Ph.D candidate in Legal & Political Sciences.

Paolo Mei

Paolo Mei

Managing Partner — Tax, FinTech & Security

Consultant with consolidated experience in taxation, fintech, and corporate security across public and private sectors.

Let's Work Together

Whether you're navigating the complexities of digital regulation, securing your business in the blockchain space, or launching a tech startup — we bring the legal engineering expertise your project needs.