Competition: EU

Lars Kjølbye plays a leading role in diverse matters ranging from merger clearance notifications through to the defence of technology sector clients in EC behavioural investigations. He additionally represents clients in EGC appeals against EC fine decisions and is well equipped to advise clients on matters relating to the European Commission’s Digital Markets Act. 

Carles Esteva Mosso moves up a band this year with solid market support. Drawing from his previous position within the European Commission, he is a skilled adviser when it comes to advising telecommunications companies and private equity houses on merger clearance mandates, including phase II proceedings.

Héctor Armengod has handled market-leading transactions in the construction and fashion sectors. He is involved in a wider range of merger mandates, including those with contentious elements and foreign direct investment filings. He also has experience in appeals against EC decisions.

Javier Ruiz Calzado is particularly versed in competition law litigation. He represents clients in CJEU and EGC appeals of Commission decisions. In addition, he assists with merger and FDI approval. Clients from the healthcare, TMT and aviation sectors turn to him for advice.

Luca Crocco has experience in handling the EU side of complex global merger control mandates, including assisting clients with phase II investigations by the European Commission. Luca is also commendably active in behavioural mandates, such as abuse of dominance, no-poach and cartel investigations by the European Commission.

John Wileur makes his debut in the rankings this year having garnered significant praise for his work in global merger control mandates. He is equally experienced in assisting clients in appealing European Commission decisions before the EGC. He is a popular choice with clients from the technology sector.