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Having represented corporates and individuals involved in investigations conducted by one or more of a range of bodies (including the European Commission and the national competition authorities in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and the UK), we are leaders in this complex field.
We have the sector knowledge. Knowledge that allows our team to quickly develop a deep understanding of our client's business, guiding our defence strategy from the outset of an investigation. We have expertise in advising on investigations into hi-tech industries and the interface between intellectual property rights and competition law.
We have been involved in some of the largest and most high-profile investigations and complaint cases brought in front of the European Commission and national competition authorities in Europe, giving us insight that is hard to find. Paired with our global network and our hands-on experience of international cartel investigations, cutting edge abuse of dominance cases and in-depth merger investigations, we have the multi-jurisdictional expertise you need.
We also help develop effective compliance and audit programmes - including guidance and training on how to handle dawn raids.
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Simmons & Simmons has experience in both contentious and non-contentious competition law matters. The law firm represents clients in damages claims, class actions and complaints of anti-competitive behaviour. The team often assists clients with the notification of mergers to the CMA, including advising on phase II reviews.
Patrick Boylan is a key contact.
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Simmons & Simmons defended BT in an opt-out class action related to excessive pricing.
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It is such a relief to know they are all over the details. They are proactive and diligent. We are in such a safe pair of hands.
Simmons & Simmons understands what the client needs, talks the right language and responds rapidly.
They provided a proactive service, were imaginative and generated very useful solutions that actually achieved a great result for us.
Simmons & Simmons is able to handle complex and sophisticated matters in an efficient, elegant manner and supports the client to make the necessary decisions to do so.
Simmons & Simmons stands out because it really invests in its clients.
It is such a relief to know they are all over the details. They are proactive and diligent. We are in such a safe pair of hands.
Simmons & Simmons understands what the client needs, talks the right language and responds rapidly.
They provided a proactive service, were imaginative and generated very useful solutions that actually achieved a great result for us.
Simmons & Simmons is able to handle complex and sophisticated matters in an efficient, elegant manner and supports the client to make the necessary decisions to do so.
Simmons & Simmons stands out because it really invests in its clients.
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Sarah Smith often acts for clients in CMA merger clearance investigations. She offers additional experience in appeals against regulatory decisions, frequently on behalf of clients in the pharmaceutical sector.
Sarah Smith provided clear-headed, honest advice and a realistic case assessment to see which arguments were runners.
Sarah Smith has been great to work with.
She is very sensible and knows her field. She is a very reliable choice.