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Alasdair Balfour

Alasdair Balfour

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Kirkland & Ellis International LLP
 Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Competition Law

UK

12 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Alasdair is an antitrust and regulatory partner in Kirkland’s London office. His practice covers all aspects of antitrust, foreign investment and national security and regulatory law, with a particular emphasis on securing approvals for transactions.

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Competition Law - UK

Band 3
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Alasdair Balfour has particular experience in merger clearance mandates, often representing private equity houses in Phase I investigations. He has further experience acting for third parties on merger challenges.

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  • Alasdair Balfour is a valued and trusted adviser. He was responsive, commercial and attuned to the broader implications of a deal. He was extremely pleasant to work with.

    Competition LawChambers Global Guide

  • Alasdair Balfour has outstanding knowledge, experience and an ability to spot the details.

    Competition LawChambers Global Guide

  • He was very knowledgeable, communicative and helpful.

    Competition LawChambers Global Guide

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