What the team is known for
A high-quality team with proficiency in transaction clearance and antitrust investigations, including criminal and civil proceedings. Particularly excels in the financial services sector and often acts on behalf of banking institutions with a global reach. Regularly works on international mergers offering counseling and global merger review filings. Acts for a broad client roster including chemical, pharmaceutical, telecommunication and technology sector companies.
Strengths
A client says: "It is very responsive and provides solid advice."
"The team as a whole is excellent; they provide outstanding legal advice," highlights a source.
Work highlights
Obtained the dismissal with prejudice of all claims asserted against ANZ, Barclays, ING and MUFG Bank in an antitrust class action alleging multiple financial institutions conspired to manipulate the Singapore Interbank Offered Rate and the Singapore Swap Offer Rate.
Notable practitioners
Richard Pepperman is commended for his work as a litigator in the financial sector, representing clients in price-fixing conspiracies and swaps manipulation cases.
"He is a good litigator." Co-head of the practice
Steven Holley handles a wide range of antitrust matters including merger review and agency investigations as well as high-stakes litigation. He regularly works with pharmaceutical, energy and technology companies.
"He provides top-notch antitrust advice. He takes the time to see the bigger picture and approaches questions with both a strategic and practical mindset." "His technical proficiency is impressive and he is a zealous advocate." Yvonne Quinn is an antitrust attorney with marked expertise across both litigation and transactional support matters. She is particularly noted for her representation of banks and financial institutions.
