Demonstrating extensive ‘knowledge of the subject and the dynamics of how CADE works’, Cescon Barrieu‘s competition and antitrust department shines on complex and fast-track merger filings, but is also well versed in investigations into all types of anti-competitive conduct, including cartels. Settlement negotiations with CADE, antitrust litigation and competition compliance programmes are other core areas of activity for the group. The group is under the joint leadership of a capable trio: Joyce Midori Honda has substantial experience in merger reviews, appeals against CADE’s decisions, and cartel investigations; Ricardo Lara Gaillard is especially active in merger control and settlement negotiations; and Rodrigo Belon focuses on antitrust investigations. Senior associate Thales Lemos stands out for his involvement in merger filings, investigations and antitrust damages claims.
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- 'A highly specialised and qualified firm that assist us with specific demands involving CADE and competition law. Agility and knowledge of the subject and the dynamics of how CADE works.'
- 'Joyce Honda - experience. Thales Lemos - dynamism.’
Key clients
- Hypera Pharma
- State Grid
- Valmet Oyj
- BL Industria Otica, Ltda. and Valeant Farmacêutica do Brasil Ltda.
- BNP Paribas Brasil
- Ticket Serviços S.A. (Edenred)
- Sociedade Fogás Ltda.
- Construtora Barbosa Mello
- Valeo
- Rede Auto Shopping and its Directors
- Atento
- Bradesco Saúde
Work highlights
Advised Copa Energia on opposing a consortium between its gas distributors rivals Ultragaz and SHV.
Advised Edenred on merging Repom and PagBem operations, consolidating Edenred's leadership in the Brazilian freight payment market.
Advises Hipolabor Farmacêutica on an antitrust investigation into alleged hub-and-spoke cartel practices in the Brazilian pharmaceutical market.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Joyce Midori Honda; Ricardo Lara Gaillard; Rodrigo Belon
Other key lawyers
Thales Lemos