Europe Guide 2026 : Portugal
Ranked Individual
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Garrigues has particular experience in behavioural investigations and in subsequent challenges to fines imposed by the Portuguese Competition Authority. The firm is a popular choice with clients from the automotive sector seeking advice on the competition law compliance aspects of distribution strategies. It has further experience in merger clearance notifications.
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Garrigues supported DAMM with a merger notification before the Portuguese Competition Authority.
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Garrigues is composed of lawyers with international training and experience in various jurisdictions, allowing it to offer a global perspective with solutions tailored to the local context.
The care Garrigues dedicates to validating the factual frameworks and situations on which the analysis is based is extraordinary, and it does so very proactively.
Garrigues has a pragmatic and a very solid team.
The firm stays on top of all issues, with detailed knowledge of the entire process. The lawyers respond very quickly to the questions we raise and offer creative, innovative solutions to the problems.
The ability to understand the business is one of this team's main assets. The lawyers speak as if they've been in the market for decades. They prepare themselves, and it shows.
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Luís Pinto Monteiro frequently assists clients with investigations into possible cartels and with appeals against authority decisions. He has further experience in merger control filings and competition law compliance issues, including around distribution agreements.
Among his most valued qualities are his ability to offer personalised and effective legal solutions, meticulous attention to detail, and his commitment to excellence in service.
Luís Pinto Monteiro is always available to assist me and my clients, and the advice is super pragmatic.
The personal qualities that Luís Pinto Monteiro demonstrates in his dealings with clients clearly set him apart.
We are grateful for his unparalleled dedication.
Luís Pinto Monteiro is a magnificent lawyer. He is intelligent, strategic, and pragmatic.
Competition/European Law
Europe 2026
Practice area: Competition/European Law
Location: Spain
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