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Baker McKenzie

Competition Law

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Baker McKenzie

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About

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Baker McKenzie is widely recognized as a leading competition practice in the UK market and a peer of the 'Magic Circle' firms in London, significantly contributing to the firm's standing as a 'Top 5 Global Elite' firm ranking. The practice handles transactional, investigatory, behavioral, and litigious matters at both UK and EU level, as well as acting as a hub for global coordination strategies on behalf of our clients due to the ability of our unmatched international network. 

The team consistently receives positive feedback in relation to their depth of expertise, cross-border capability, and commerciality. We are known for standing out as the market-leaders in this area for good reason:

  • Valued by clients for our ability to handle complex local (CMA/EC) and international mandates: Our London practitioners help get the deal through swiftly and efficiently, developing the optimal filing strategy and merger control approach in relation to mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures.
  • A cross sector of industry experience for the world's leading corporates: The practice works with a broad roster of multinational clients who benefit from the strong antitrust & industry expertise and experience across key sectors
  • Leading foreign investment review practice: We have been at the forefront of managing foreign investment reviews both globally and in respect of the new national security and investment regime in the UK. 

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Competition Law - London (Firms)

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie often assists clients with merger control filings before the CMA and FDI notifications. Clients benefit from the law firm's broad global network for transactions that require filing in multiple jurisdictions. In addition, the law firm acts for clients on behavioural investigations and the competition compliance aspects of distribution agreements. It has a number of clients from the natural resources and media sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie acted for Shell on both a phase I CMA investigation and a NSIA notification following the sale of the client's shares in a gas asset portfolio in the UK Southern North Sea.

Strengths

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  • The individuals at Baker McKenzie are invaluable in understanding our business. They provide commercial and prudent advice.

    Competition Law respondentUK
  • The lawyers are very responsive and if they know an issue is urgent they will make every effort to meet tight deadlines.

    Competition Law respondentUK
  • Baker McKenzie has the right mix of specialist knowledge, experience, communication skills and personalities that fit well with our business.

    Competition Law respondentUK
  • Baker McKenzie has a profound understanding of its clients' businesses and industries, which enables the team to offer tailored advice and business-oriented solutions across the globe.

    Competition Law respondentUK
  • The lawyers are absolute experts on UK and EU competition laws. They provide concise communications and thoughtful risk advice.

    Competition Law respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Samantha Mobley
    Band 3Samantha Mobley

    Samantha Mobley

    Samantha Mobley assists clients with merger clearance and FDI filings, as well as advising on behavioural investigations before the CMA.

    • She knows our business very well and is able to anticipate risks that we have not considered due to her vast experience.

      Competition Law respondentUK
    • Samantha Mobley is my go-to person for any competition related matter in the UK and worldwide.

      Competition Law respondentUK
    • Samantha Mobley is a very experienced senior partner, particularly on transactional work.

      Competition Law respondentUK
    • She is very experienced and is excellent with client care.

      Competition Law respondentUK
  • Band 5Luis Gomez
    Band 5Luis Gomez

    Luis Gomez

    Luis Gomez often assists clients with merger clearance notifications to the CMA, as well as foreign direct investment filings. He has further experience in behavioural investigations. He notably represents large multinationals from the natural resources sector.

    • I cannot rate Luis Gomez highly enough - his ability to handle highly complex situations and explain them in simple terms is a genuine art.

      Competition Law respondentUK
    • He has an exceptional depth of experience and expertise. He is always strategic in his approach and is credible with business clients while being pragmatic.

      Competition Law respondentUK
    • Luis Gomez is a super nice guy with excellent knowledge of the market. He takes a lot off my plate.

      Competition Law respondentUK

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