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Rita Leandro Vasconcelos

Rita joined Pérez-Llorca’s Lisbon office in 2024 as a partner for the Competition, European Union, and Regulation practice area and to strengthen the international strategy of the firm. Rita has developed her career in leading Portuguese and international law firms. Prior to joining the firm, she was a partner in a renowned Portuguese firm specialised in European Union and Competition Law. · Pérez-Llorca

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About

Rita Leandro Vasconcelos is a partner at Pérez-Llorca's Lisbon office, specializing in Competition, European Union, and Regulation law. She advises national and international clients on antitrust matters, merger transactions, and competition law compliance across sectors such as energy, banking, infrastructure, transport, and pharmaceuticals.

Practice areas

Competition LawEuropean Union LawRegulation

Office

Expertise

EnergyBankingInfrastructureTransportPharmaceuticalsState AidEU and Competition Law Litigation

Education

  • PhD in EU Competition Law, Faculty of Law, Portuguese Catholic University, Oporto (2013-2021)
  • Master of Arts in Economic Aspects of Competition Law, King’s College, London (2007-2008)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Economic Aspects of Competition Law, King’s College, London (2006-2007)
  • Master’s Degree in Legal and Community Sciences, Faculty of Law, University of Lisbon (2000-2004)
  • Specialisation course in Competition Policy, INA (2004)
  • Law Degree, Faculty of Law, Portuguese Catholic University, Oporto (1993-1998)

Languages

PortugueseEnglishSpanishFrench