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Competition Law: Litigation

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Competition Law: Litigation - UK

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

White & Case operates a broad competition law practice, with experience representing clients in merger clearance and foreign direct investment filings, as well as in CMA behavioural investigations and sector inquiries. In addition, the law firm has experience in contentious competition law matters, defending clients in follow-on damages actions and collective proceedings. The team often works closely with the law firm's well-regarded office in Brussels.

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Work Highlights

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  • White & Case advised Shutterstock on its acquisition of Giphy from Meta, following the CMA's prohibition decision.

Strengths

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  • White & Case’s competition team in London stands out due to its exceptional combination of global reach and great client focus.

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  • White & Case's strategic approach, deep industry knowledge and meticulous attention to regulatory details make the firm an invaluable partner in challenging transactions.

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  • The team stands out for its broad expertise. We can call the team with any question on a broad spectrum of competition law issues.

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  • The lawyers demonstrated a willingness to go above and beyond what they were mandated to do and instead offered additional support to ensure that our issues were resolved promptly and efficiently.

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  • White & Case is commercially minded, strategic and to the point. The team understands the key pinch points for the client and provides clear, actionable counsel.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Marc Israel
    Marc Israel

    Marc Israel

    Marc Israel is involved in high-profile CMA phase II merger reviews and in foreign direct investment filings. He has additional experience in CMA behavioural investigations and market studies.

    • He has an amazing work ethic. He is also technically proficient and a bundle of energy and activity.

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    • He has provided exemplary service and has been able to provide in-depth, effective support at short notice on several occasions.

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    • Marc Israel is an excellent technical lawyer who provides all-round client care.

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    • Marc Israel is immensely experienced and hard working.

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    • Marc Israel is truly an outstanding professional whose expertise and dedication set him apart.

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  • Charles Balmain
    Charles Balmain

    Charles Balmain

    Charles Balmain often defends clients in damages actions arising from alleged cartels.

    • In terms of strategic and tactical senses Charles Balmain is one of the best I have seen.

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    • He was very helpful in considering our options and was easy to work with.

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  • Euan Burrows
    Euan Burrows

    Euan Burrows

    Euan Burrows has a wide-ranging competition law practice that includes advising clients on merger control filings, subsidy control matters and market inquiries. In addition, he acts for claimants in cartel follow-on damages litigation and defends clients in investigations into possible cartel involvement. He joined White & Case in May 2025

    • He has a great length of experience, is highly skilled and very strategic.

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    • The depth of his expertise really stood out and he was very responsive and easy to deal with. He explained these novel and complex competition law issues in a great way for non-experts.

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    • He is a true expert in his field with an ability to understand businesses and complex issues while engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

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    • Euan Burrows has a great technical ability as a lawyer and thinks outside the box.

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  • Michael Engel
    Michael Engel

    Michael Engel

    Michael Engel is an experienced practitioner focusing on assisting clients with merger clearance matters. He is particularly active in matters involving private equity houses.

    • Michael Engel is an excellent practitioner. He is highly competent in competition matters, a strong communicator, and provides clear, commercial counsel.

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    • Beyond being an expert in his field, he makes sure that we are supported in all aspects of a transaction. He's extremely responsive and takes the time to understand our long-term business objectives.

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    • Regardless of the complexity or scale of the matter, he approaches every challenge with a solutions-oriented mindset, ensuring that clients receive the highest level of service.

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    • Michael Engel's strategic insight, deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and ability to provide clear, actionable advice have consistently added value.

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    • Michael Engel has a razor sharp intellect and possesses great business acumen.

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