Regulatory: Government & Public Affairs | Europe

Covington & Burling hosts an array of impressive regulatory teams offering a strong grasp of the environment, agriculture and food sectors. It is further noted for its expertise advising on public policy. The law firm represents clients in novel EU environmental regulations including the Directive on Single-Use Plastic Products, as well as EU emissions trading and REACH authorisations. Covington further acts for food producers and retailers on food safety requirements and advertising regulations. The law firm also benefits from a pre-eminent public policy team, with Brussels-based team members representing clients in their engagement with EU institutions regarding legislative developments, while teams in London advise on UK policy and engagement. It is frequently active for international associations on Brexit-related matters, the impact of COVID-19 and advising clients on the European Green Deal.

DLA Piper has a highly respected team representing an array of governmental and private clients in sensitive cases related to EU policy, including interactions with EU and UK institutions, monitoring of EU foreign policy and legislative advocacy. The law firm offers particular experience advising on sanctions and trade law, especially in the context of Brexit. Its lawyers are additionally well placed to advise on data protection and cybersecurity policy.

Squire Patton Boggs' Brussels-based team assists an array of governmental and private clients with matters related to EU foreign policy, public policy and legislative advocacy. The firm's advisory offering ranges from artificial intelligence and data sharing to trade regulation and ESG policy.