This “prestigious” team provides “first-class” advice on EU and competition law, regularly appearing before the ECJ. The group’s “top-notch” counselling often pertains to non-transactional cases for such clients as the Portuguese Republic. The group was also praised for a proceeding before the Court of First Instance on behalf of Banco Comercial dos Açores concerning the income tax regime in the Azores archipelago. The Clients: Grupo Pestana/Pousadas de Portugal; Instituto Nacional de Garantia Agrícola; Sociedade Independente de Comunicação and Banco Comercial dos Açores.

“Ace” Carlos Botelho Moniz is a key member of his “second-to-none team”, industry observers said. Advising Grupo Pestana, he facilitated notification to the Portuguese Competition Authority concerning the acquisition of more than 40 luxury hotels in historic castles and rural areas. Clients “trust the judgement of his legal mind.” One added: “He has never disappointed”.

“Ace” Carlos Botelho Moniz (see 1196) is a key member of his “second-to-none team”, industry observers said. Advising Grupo Pestana, he facilitated notification to the Portuguese Competition Authority concerning the acquisition of more than 40 luxury hotels in historic castles and rural areas. Clients “trust the judgement of his legal mind.” One added: “He has never disappointed”. “Witty” Margarida Rosado da Fonseca (see page 1202) is considered to be his “right hand” and “is equipped with the textbook training for competition law.” Commentators also pitched her as “a star in the making”.

“Witty” Margarida Rosado da Fonseca is considered to be his “right hand” and “is equipped with the textbook training for competition law.” Commentators also pitched her as “a star in the making”.