LAWYER PROFILE

Nelson Jung

Global 2026

Clifford Chance LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Competition Law

5 years ranked

About

Provided by Clifford Chance LLP

Global

Practice Areas

Nelson Jung specialises in EU and UK competition law across a wide range of industry sectors.

Nelson rejoined the firm from the UK's Competition and Markets Authority where he was the Director of Mergers Group. He previously held a number of senior positions at the CMA's predecessor, the Office of Fair Trading, including Director of Competition Enforcement and Head of Mergers.

Nelson is a member of the core leadership team for the firm's Tech Group.

Career

Université Paris (Erasmus, European Law) 1998

Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universität (First state exam in law) 2000

Regional Court Darmstadt; Gleiss Lutz (Second state exam in law) 2002

Admitted as a Rechtsanwalt in Germany 2003

University College London (LLM) 2004

Admitted as solicitor in England & Wales 2007

Partner since 2016

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Competition Law - UK

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Nelson Jung often represents high-profile clients from the technology sector in competition law investigations before various UK authorities. He also advises clients on merger clearance filings, including those that require Phase II clearance.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He's great operator and someone I have tremendous respect for.
Competition LawChambers Global Guide
Nelson Jung has a lot of industry knowledge and know-how. The breadth of his knowledge and experience means he can provide meaningful solutions to complex problems.
Competition LawChambers Global Guide
Nelson Jung is a great communicator, who understands the importance of clear and compelling narratives in merger clearance. He works tirelessly to ensure the right outcome for his clients.
Competition LawChambers Global Guide