Europe Guide 2026 : UK
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Norton Rose Fulbright represents clients in behavioural investigations, claims of anti-competitive conduct, follow-on damages actions and collective proceedings, often before the CAT or UK High Court. The team also assists with CMA merger reviews. Clients also benefit from the law firm's broad network of offices to act on multi-jurisdictional matters.
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Norton Rose Fulbright represented Qualcomm in a high-stakes opt-out collective claim brought against the client by the consumer association Which? in the CAT.
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The team has specific niche knowledge that we need for tactical decisions, but with the broad strategic view and knowledge that ensures we keep the whole company protected.
Norton Rose Fulbright has a highly experienced team with in-depth knowledge of competition investigations and it takes a very client-centric approach combined with great strategic thinking.
The firm stands out for the personal skills and overall very high quality of the competition law team.
The team is never fazed by any question. The fee earners are able to explain complex matters succinctly and directly to both business and legal in-house team members.
The team we engage is very experienced in regulatory appeals, and in engaging with many of the differing regulators.
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Peter Scott has experience defending clients against claims of anti-competitive conduct. He is the firm's EMEA-region antitrust head.
Peter Scott is a very strong and a really great lawyer with strong experience.
Ian Giles moves up in the rankings on the back of his work assisting clients with merger control filings and obtaining competition law approval for joint venture agreements. He has further experience representing clients in CMA behavioural investigations. He is a popular choice for clients in the energy sector.
Ian Giles is simply outstanding; He is experienced, pleasant to work with and provides very clear advice. You feel very safe with him on your team.
Ian Giles is great at strategic thinking and was seamless in cooperating in a complex investigation. He is also very good at leading his team.
Caroline Thomas is the head of the antitrust and competition team based in London. She has experience representing both claimants and defendants in class actions and stand-alone cases. She regularly acts for clients in the technology sector.
Caroline Thomas is a class act.
She is excellent.
Caroline Thomas is a superb practitioner, with excellent legal and interpersonal skills. She really stands out in the field.
Competition Law
Competition Law: Litigation
Competition Law: Litigation
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