Competition/Antitrust
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 4
Contact number
+61 2 9513 2300Chambers Review
The K&L Gates competition law practice is prominent in merger control, behavioural enforcement and regulatory issues. It frequently acts for significant clients in the construction, financial services, energy and resources, and pharmaceutical sectors, with additional expertise in the agribusiness, shipping and technology spaces. The firm frequently advises international companies and individuals responding to ACCC cartel investigations and prosecutions, including those with concurrent proceedings in other jurisdictions. The team is also increasingly active on behalf of clients seeking ACCC authorisation for legitimate instances of collective conduct.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates advised Fujifilm Corporation on its acquisition of the electronic chemicals business of Entegris.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"K&L Gates always goes above and beyond to understand the customer's business in order that its advice is targeted and relevant."
"K&L Gates always goes above and beyond to understand the customer's business in order that its advice is targeted and relevant."
Notable Practitioners
Ayman Guirguis is based in Sydney and advises across a wide field of competition issues, including merger control and a variety of regulatory matters.
"Ayman is very responsive and highly commercial."
"Ayman is an excellent lawyer who is easy to work with. He is very experienced and goes above and beyond."