A&O Shearman
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The team at A&O Shearman advises on the full spectrum of competition law, acting in matters concerning cross-border merger control, regulatory reform, and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission investigations. The team regularly handles matters relating to the technology, energy, and financial services sectors. It is led by Peter McDonald, who is based in Sydney, and has longstanding experience as a competition lawyer. In February 2025, expert litigator Amy Middlebrook joined the team in Sydney and is noted for expertise in handling complex commercial disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Peter McDonald is like an extension of our in-house legal team. I know I can pick up the phone and get practical and direct advice - that comes from a deep understand of not just the law, but our company and the motivations and drivers of our key executives.’
- ‘Peter McDonald is very experienced and commercially pragmatic. Always seeks to think laterally in coming up with a solution. Highly recommend.’
Key clients
- Property Exchange Australia Limited
Work highlights
Advised Google on a high-profile investigation by the Indonesian Competition Commission.