Home to a ‘responsive and composed team’, Linklaters’ competition practice provides end-to-end expertise in antitrust law, spanning transactional, regulatory, and contentious matters. The firm is a go-to choice for major global clients, particularly in navigating complex Phase II merger reviews and addressing complex cartel investigations and dominance issues in Portugal. The practice is led by the ‘brilliant’ João Pateira Ferreira, who frequently assists clients on high-profile cartels, merger control and state aid matters. Carlos Pinto Correia stands out for his expertise in state aid and regulatory matters, with a particular focus in the finance and energy sectors.
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‘Experts in local regulatory environment. Responsive and composed team that manages to absorb tricky opposing counsel discussions and filter points for in-house counsel.’
‘João Pateira Ferreira - practical and knowledgeable adviser on Portuguese competition law.'
'Inês Gamito - proactive and highly organised antitrust associate.'
'High technical competence and availability.'
‘The Linklaters antitrust law team stands out for its in-depth knowledge of the area, especially the regulator.'
‘João Pateira Ferreira - a brilliant lawyer, excellent communicator, conveys trust and has in-depth knowledge of the market and the regulator.'
Kernmandanten
- SIBS
- Perfetti Van Melle Group
- Banco BPI, S.A.
- Beiersdorf Portuguesa, Lda.
- Luz Saúde, S.A. (Fosun Group)
- ANL - National Association of Clinical Laboratories
- Grupo 8 – Vigilância e Prevenção
- Amadeus
- Gigas
- Qatar Sports Investments
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising SIBS on competition and regulatory issues in the sector.
- Advised Perfetti Van Melle in the filing process before the Portuguese Competition Authority and phase-1 clearance with remedies of the acquisition of exclusive control over the assets corresponding to the “Trident”, “Chiclets” and “Bubbaloo” brands in Portugal.
- Advising on ongoing investigations by the Portuguese Competition Authority into alleged restrictive practices spanning different industry sectors.
Anwält*innen
Hall of fame
Die Anwält*innen an der Spitze ihres Berufsstands, die aufgrund ihres langjährigen Engagements in marktführender Arbeit von Wettbewerbern und Mandanten gleichermaßen geschätzt und anerkannt werden.
Partner*innen der nächsten Generation
Juniorpartner*innen, die im Markt von Mandanten und Wettbewerbern anerkannt werden und in einigen Mandaten eine Schlüsselrolle einnehmen.
João Pateira Ferreira
Praxisleitung
João Pateira Ferreira
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Carlos Pinto Correia; Cristiana Vieira Bento, Inês Gamito