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Cintioli & Associati

Competition/European Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Italy

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Cintioli & Associati

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Competition/European Law - Italy

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Cintioli & Associati is particularly strong in the area of behavioural matters. The firm represents clients from the energy and TMT sectors in investigations into allegations of abuse of dominance and consumer protection cases. Additionally, it acts for clients on appeals against fines, as well as on damages claims. The team has further experience in competition compliance matters, particularly involving distribution strategies, and in merger control filings.

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Work Highlights

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  • Cintioli & Associati represented Rete Ferroviaria Italiana in proceedings by the Italian Competition Authority regarding an alleged abuse of a dominant position.

Strengths

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  • The law firm has gained significant experience in managing complex matters and translates this experience into effective and timely support for clients.

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  • Cintioli demonstrates high commercial sensitivity and the ability to fully understand the client's needs.

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  • Cintioli is distinguished by its integrated approach spanning competition, public procurement and litigation, ensuring a comprehensive and strategic view of proceedings.

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  • This law firm can certainly be defined as a business partner due to its willingness to deepen its understanding of clients' corporate activities and the impact that legal matters can have on them.

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  • Cintioli & Associati is extremely available and flexible, even when dealing with particularly challenging deadlines.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Fabio Cintioli
    Fabio Cintioli

    Fabio Cintioli

    Fabio Cintioli is highly regarded for his work representing both defendants and plaintiffs in abuse of dominance cases. He also assists clients with consumer protection matters and appeals against sanctions imposed for anti-competitive behaviour. He represents clients in merger control filings and is a popular choice with clients from the energy and TMT sectors.

    • He has very deep knowledge of the technicalities and mechanics of the competition authority and a wide network of contacts. He is very effective in handling the most complex matters.

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    • Fabio Cintioli's ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with clarity and precision makes him a trusted adviser in high-stakes antitrust matters.

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    • He combines a high level of knowledge of the subject and strategic vision.

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    • Fabio Cintioli has a very clear view and is always prompt and clear in responding.

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    • Working with Fabio Cintioli means benefiting from both his intellectual rigour and his unwavering commitment.

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