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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Competition Law: Private Enforcement: Claimant

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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

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Competition Law: Private Enforcement: Claimant - UK

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan frequently advises claimants on high-profile damages actions, often in the technology and financial sectors. The law firm is adept at acting for class representatives on prominent collective proceedings. The team represents clients in claims arising from findings of abuse of dominance or market manipulation.

Work Highlights

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  • Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan represented the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in a claim against numerous UK and European banks, as well as the British Bankers Association for damages concerning losses suffered by 39 US banks following LIBOR manipulation by the defendants.

Strengths

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  • They are true entrepreneurial litigators with both counsel and barristerial technical ability, on top of their commercial skill.

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  • Quinn Emanuel is distinguished by its breadth of resources and teamwork.

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  • For a case that requires punch it is a good choice and is very familiar with the apparatus of litigation.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Kate Vernon
    Band 3Kate Vernon

    Kate Vernon

    Kate Vernon often assists financial sector clients with damages claims following investigations into market manipulation, in addition to technology sector claims. She also has experience advising class representatives on standalone collective action damages claims.

    • Kate Vernon is very good; she's the star of the team.

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    • She is incredibly experienced, a classic litigator and guides the shape of a case really well.

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    • Kate Vernon delivered clear, practical advice and showed leadership.

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