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Competition: EU - Belgium

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

White & Case stands out for its work on various significant CJEU appeals against EC decisions, having acted both for addressees and intervening third parties on significant abuse of dominance cases in the pharmaceutical and technology sectors, often involving high-quantum fines. The law firm has experience acting on notable transactions that are subject to EU merger investigations, as well as acting for interested third parties. Clients benefit from the firm's broad international network, as well as a number of dual-qualified lawyers in the firm's Brussels office.

Work Highlights

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  • White & Case represented Bulgarian Energy Holding in an appeal against a EUR77 million fine imposed for alleged abuse of dominance.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Powell
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Mark Powell
S
Senior Statespeople

Mark Powell is widely viewed as a prominent figure in the market for his work challenging the findings of behavioural investigations by the EC. He is adept at advising clients in the telecommunications sector on ongoing investigations, including coordinating on those in non-EU jurisdictions. Mark Powell has additional experience in merger control matters.

James Killick
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James Killick
2
Band 2
James Killick leads some of the firm's most high-profile matters, including appeals against considerable fines imposed by the EC for abuse of dominance and excessive pricing. He often represents clients from the technology and pharmaceutical sectors.
Assimakis Komninos
3
Assimakis Komninos
3
Band 3

Assimakis Komninos handles impressive mandates for high-profile clients from the technology and pharmaceuticals sectors. He represents companies in EC behavioural investigations and related CJEU appeals. He is also admitted to the Athens Bar and often handles mandates that involve interaction with the Hellenic Competition Commission.

Assimakis Komninos is a leading lawyer in this field.

Katarzyna Czapracka
U
Katarzyna Czapracka
U
Up and Coming

Katarzyna Czapracka draws upon her expertise to assist clients in the TMT and natural resources industries with merger clearance proceedings and EC antitrust investigations. She is also qualified in Poland and often assists with Polish merger control filings.

It is very pleasant to work with Katarzyna Czapracka. She has an impressive knowledge of the telecoms industry, is responsive and able to think through next steps effectively in a complex matter.

Strati Sakellariou-Witt
U
Strati Sakellariou-Witt
U
Up and Coming

Strati Sakellariou-Witt enters the rankings this year off the back of impressive market feedback. Triple qualified in Brussels, Athens and New York, she garners praise for her expertise in assisting clients in multi-jurisdictional merger control cases.

Strati enables her clients to see around corners, partnering with them to develop proactive strategies and foster positive outcomes.

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Belgium

Competition: EU

Mark Powell
S
Mark Powell
S
Senior Statespeople
James Killick
2
James Killick
2
Band 2
Assimakis Komninos
3
Assimakis Komninos
3
Band 3
Katarzyna Czapracka
U
Katarzyna Czapracka
U
Up and Coming
Strati Sakellariou-Witt
U
Strati Sakellariou-Witt
U
Up and Coming