CGM Advogados' competition practice is particularly noted for its experience in cartel and abuse of dominance investigations and in the negotiation of leniency and cease-and-desist agreements. The team is also a trusted destination for foreign clients navigating merger reviews before CADE. André Gilberto leads the practice, drawing on experience in cartel-related investigations and competition litigation. Natali Santos stands out for her work in national and multijurisdictional merger control and high-impact behavioural matters.
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Testimonials
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- CGM has exceptional technical expertise. The partners have been collaborators for a long time and are genuinely interested in solving problems. Proactive office style.
- André Marques - technical skills and leadership profile that make him virtually irreplaceable.
- In addition to his technical skills, André Gilberto possesses empathy for the client's challenges, fostering a sense of ownership over the client's problem. This promotes greater trust in the lawyer-client partnership.
- CGM law firm has in-depth knowledge of competition law, experience that consolidates confidence in best practices on the subject.
- I'm very impressed with André Gilberto, who is an excellent antitrust lawyer and who is particularly suitable for straightforward merger filings with the Brazilian competition authority.
- André Gilberto - excellent advice.
Key clients
- Johnson & Johnson do Brasil
- Brazul Transportes (Grupo SADA)
- JNTL Consumer Health (Brazil) Ltda. - Kenvue
- Novelis do Brasil Ltda.
- TEAC Corporation
- G.S. Electech
- JBS S.A.
- Abbott Laboratórios do Brasil
- UBEM - União Brasileira de Editoras de Música
- Centronave
- Standard Bank
- Aegea Saneamento e Participações S.A.
Work highlights
Representing UBEM - União Brasileira de Editoras de Música in an antitrust investigation initiated by CADE regarding alleged influence in collusive conduct based on the supposed existence of pricing tables.
Representing Grupo SADA in a cartel investigation launched by CADE regarding allegations of market and customer division, price fixing, input foreclosure, and supply restraints.
Representing Centronave as an intervening party in the antitrust investigation about the legitimacy of pilotage services in Santos Port (SP).
Practice head
André Gilberto
Other key lawyers
Natali Santos