Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Antitrust Review

In the context of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions, our firm conducts antitrust reviews and assessments to help clients navigate the regulatory approval process and ensure compliance with antitrust laws. We assist clients in assessing the antitrust implications of proposed transactions, identifying potential antitrust issues or concerns, and developing strategies to address regulatory requirements and obtain clearance from competition authorities. Our attorneys have extensive experience representing clients before antitrust regulators and agencies, including the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the UK and the European Commission (EC) in the EU, to secure approval for mergers and acquisitions.

Our firm provides strategic legal representation and defense in antitrust investigations and enforcement actions initiated by competition authorities and regulatory agencies. We represent clients in responding to antitrust inquiries, subpoenas, and information requests, and we assist clients in conducting internal investigations and audits to assess potential antitrust violations. Our attorneys have significant experience defending clients in antitrust litigation and enforcement proceedings, including allegations of price-fixing, bid-rigging, market allocation, and other anticompetitive conduct. We work diligently to protect our clients' interests and achieve favorable outcomes in antitrust investigations and enforcement actions.

In cases of antitrust disputes or litigation, our firm provides skilled advocacy and representation to protect our clients' interests and defend against antitrust claims. We handle a wide range of antitrust litigation matters, including civil antitrust lawsuits, class actions, and government enforcement actions. Our attorneys have extensive experience representing clients in antitrust litigation before courts at all levels, including the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) and the EU General Court. We work closely with clients to develop effective legal strategies and tactics to resolve antitrust disputes efficiently and favorably.

Our firm advises clients on a wide range of market conduct and competition law issues, including pricing practices, distribution agreements, vertical restraints, abuse of dominance, and other anticompetitive behaviors. We help clients navigate complex competition law issues and develop strategies to comply with competition laws while maximizing business opportunities and growth. Our attorneys provide practical guidance on structuring business arrangements, drafting commercial agreements, and engaging in competitive activities to ensure compliance with competition laws and regulations in the UK, EU, and other jurisdictions.

Our firm offers sector-specific competition advice and expertise to clients operating in regulated industries and sectors subject to specific competition laws and regulations. We provide tailored advice and guidance to clients in industries such as telecommunications, energy, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, financial services, and technology, helping them navigate sector-specific competition laws and regulations and achieve their business objectives while complying with applicable legal requirements.