LAWYER PROFILE

Alasdair Balfour

UK 2026

Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Competition Law

London (Firms)

12 years ranked

About

Provided by Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

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.

Career

2022 to present Kirkland & Ellis & Ellis International LLP; 2013-2022 Allen & Overy; 2010-2013 Fried Frank

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Competition Law - London (Firms)

Band 3

Individual Editorial

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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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He was very knowledgeable, communicative and helpful.
Competition LawChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
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 Guide to the Legal Profession
Alasdair Balfour has outstanding knowledge, experience and an ability to spot the details.
Competition LawChambers Guide to the Legal Profession