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Baker McKenzie

Retail

UK Guide 2026 : UK-wide


Baker McKenzie

About

Provided by Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie advises many of the most noteworthy players in the sector on their most strategic matters, as well as assisting them with their day-to-day affairs. They also advise financial institutions on their investments in the sector.

They assist clients in maximising opportunities and value wherever found, in order to reinforce, protect and develop their business models. Their cross-practice experts advise retailers and brand owners on the entire spectrum of the product lifecycle, from conception through to product and store development, supply chain and distribution arrangements, and beyond sale to product recalls, liability/warranty/commercial disputes and product end-of-life obligations. Their product compliance and risk management specialists continue to advise a broad spectrum of high-profile multinational manufacturers, distributors and retailers on all aspects of management of product risk.

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Retail - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie's consumer goods and retail team acts for numerous high-profile clients in the retail space, utilising the firm's excellent cross-border profile. The team can advise on significant corporate transactions and real estate matters, while also providing support on IP strategy, brand protection and commercial agreements.
Notable practitioners

David Scott is a key contact.

Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie advised Adidas UK on a Competition Appeal Tribunal following a football kit-related dispute.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie consistently demonstrate their ability to balance operational and legal objectives, delivering practical solutions that align with our unique needs.

    Retail respondentUK
  • They know and understand the business; they are good at considering what we truly need.

    Retail respondentUK
  • They have a capacity to do a deep dive of the relevant issues, and they don't get lost in details that aren't as important.

    Retail respondentUK

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