Gómez-Acebo & Pombo assists a diverse client roster on the full gamut of competition matters, standing out for its proficiency in managing complex international transactions with multijurisdictional merger requirements, as well as its adept handling of cartel probes and disputes. The team is led by Mário Marques Mendes , who has extensive experience in all areas of competition law, including restrictive practices, abuse of dominance positions, merger control and State Aid.  Pedro Vilarinho Pires oversees the firm’s TMT practice and adeptly supports Mendes in a range of competition matters. Joaquim Caimoto Duarte is recommended for his expertise in merger control proceedings and cartel cases before the PCA and the European Commission.

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Key clients

  • Procter & Gamble
  • IVECO
  • Algeco
  • Henkel
  • Grupo Prisa
  • Grupo Nabeiro – Delta Cafés
  • Premium Green Mail
  • AMC Natural Drinks
  • Anticimex
  • Dense Air
  • Cubico Sustainable Investments
  • CAE

Lawyers

Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Mário Marques Mendes
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mário Marques Mendes

Other key lawyers

Joaquim Caimoto Duarte, Pedro Vilarinho Pires