Competition/Antitrust - Brazil
What the Team is Known For
Brolio Gonçalves Advogados is a respected boutique with in-depth knowledge of the competition and antitrust field. The team is sought out by clients to assist with sensitive mandates before CADE, ranging from merger control proceedings to investigations, especially those involving cartel activities. The firm's portfolio includes companies from the infrastructure, healthcare and technology sectors.
Strengths
"Their expertise in antitrust and their strategic approach demonstrate a high level of proficiency in navigating intricatesituations. They possess a diverse range of skills and extensive knowledge."
"They are a highly specialized firm with in-depth knowledge of the competition law arena. The team has great experience, availability, theoretical and practical acumen."
"They consistently demonstrate high level of efficiency and promptness in addressing inquiries and providing assistance. Their commitment to delivering timely and quality service iscommendable."
Work Highlights
Brolio Gonçalves Advogados represented GPS Group in the submission to CADE’s approval of several acquisitions of companies from the Brazilian Groups Engie, Compart, TLSV and Campseg.
Notable Practitioners
Priscila Brolio Gonçalvesis recognised for her significant experience and expertise. She is frequently retained by companies to assist with high-end merger filings and cartel investigations before CADE. "Priscila is very helpful, technical and shows a very strong practical performance." "She has a lot of knowledge of CADE and competition. Priscila is very organized and brings multi-disciplinary insights." "Priscila displays very good technical knowledge, has a good transit with the agencies in Brasilia and gives clear feedback. She also conducts risk assessments."
Mariana Villela is well known in the market for her adept handling of a range of competition mandates before CADE. She is active advising clients on merger review proceedings in relation to domestic and cross-border transactions, anti-competitive behaviour investigations, including those related to cartel. "Mariana is an outstanding lawyer."