Lefosse Advogados’ competition practice handles complex merger filings and investigations launched by CADE, with notable activity in the digital markets, technology and food delivery sectors. Its client roster features leading players in the metals, petrochemical, telecoms and aviation industries. Practice head Paola Pugliese possesses valuable experience in complex merger reviews, high-stakes cartel investigations and antitrust litigation before CADE and the Brazilian courts. Milena Mundim and Vinicius Hercos have been at the forefront of the Soy Moratorium case and the labour market information exchange investigations. Fernanda Harari is a key contact for digital markets and IP-adjacent competition matters.
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Testimonials
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- Paola Pugliese, Milena Mudim, and Fernanda Harari Dayan are an incredible trio to work with.
- There is huge availability from the antitrust team and deep knowledge of the market.
- The arrival of partner Milena Mundim in the Competition Law area of the firm has fostered the company's relationship with Lefosse, because, in addition to her extensive technical knowledge, the partner is familiar with the demands of the sector.
- Lefosse provides a high-quality service, tailored to the client's reality and adding real value to the decisions made.
- I recommend Paola Pugliese and Vinicius Hercos. Both demonstrate extensive knowledge of Competition Law, provide objective and comprehensive answers, and add real value to the decisions made.
- Activities related to competition law were led by partner Paola Pugliese, with participation from partner Milena Mundim and associates Pedro Milhomem and Julia Braga. A fantastic team that guides us and is fully committed to the project and the client.
- Lefosse has an extremely well-qualified team and a structure that allows various teams to contribute directly to client work. I understand that the structure is agile and flexible enough to adapt to the needs of the cases being handled.
- Special mention goes to Paola Pugliese and Fernanda Harari. Professionals with considerable knowledge and experience.
- Lefosse's competitive practice stands out for the experience and seniority of its team. The professionals have above-average track records and are able to convey confidence in the analyses they provide to clients and other counterparties. The team is highly collaborative, contributing not only to transactions but also to industry-related discussions. Finally, the team's diversity, composed mostly of women, is noteworthy.
Key clients
- Petz
- Epic Games
- Telefônica
- Braskem
- Vale S.A.
- EMS
- Delta Airlines
- Air France-KLM
- BAT
- BRF
- Procter & Gamble
- Emergent Cold
- Santander
- SAAM Towage
- Coty
- Amcor
- Desktop
- Vallourec
- Mobly
- Serasa-Experian
Work highlights
Advised Petz on the merger with Cobasi.
Represents Epic Games in competition matters that challenge the market power of entrenched technology platforms (Apple and Google).
Assisted CMA CMG with the antitrust aspects involved in the acquisition of terminal operator Santos Brasil.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Paola Pugliese
Other key lawyers
Milena Mundim; Vinicius Hercos; Fernanda Harari; Pedro Milhomem; Julia Braga