Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner covers the full spectrum of competition law issues, from advising on merger clearances for multi-jurisdictional transactions to handling complex cartel investigations. The practice is spearheaded by Dave Anderson, who boasts significant experience in handling high-value merger control mandates. Anderson is highly sought-after by clients across a range of sectors, including energy, shipping, financial services, and technology.
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- ‘Vast experience in advising on European Commission and Competition and Markets Authority merger investigations.'
- ‘Dave Anderson remains in a class of his own. He is one of the few individuals in Brussels who is able to provide trans-Atlantic advice covering antitrust thinking from both sides.'
- ‘Very practical and pragmatic approach. They have handled many matters for Japanese clients and provide very useful advice, bearing in mind the difference between the EU competition law and Japanese law.’
- ‘Dave Anderson is responsive, effective, efficient and has great judgement. Unparalleled on ground access to EC machinations but also extremely strong relationships globally which created an efficient and effective global approval dynamic.’
- ‘David Anderson is a key partner at BCLP and has a great view of the antitrust scenario not only in Europe but also in other key jurisdictions.'
- ‘The team is up to speed on the moves of the main authorities, anticipating any changes in the direction they could go, which adds great value to their accurate advice. ’
- ‘Terrific team with comprehensive knowledge of both antitrust and FDI matters. The team is able to provide crisp advice on short notice.’
- ‘Dave Anderson is a bright competition lawyer, pragmatic and great to work with. Perfect client handler!’
Key clients
- Evergreen Marine Corp.
- Glazer Capital
- European Commission
- Balyasny Asset Management
- United Nations (Trade and Development “UNCTAD”)
- Laumann Strategies
- easyJet
- Oscar Gruss/Makor Financial Group
- Outbrain Inc.
- Churchill Capital
Work highlights
Advised Glazer Capital on Mars' proposed acquisition of Kellanova (previously Kellogg’s) for $36bn.
Advised the Competition and Consumer Protection Branch of the United Nations Trade & Development agency, providing technical assistance to the UN and its member states on a range of competition law issues, including in relation to international merger control, sustainability, cross-border cartels, and on the $3.5tn Africa Continental Free Trade Area.
Acted for easyJet in relation to its involvement in the European Commission remedies process arising from Lufthansa’s acquisition of a controlling stake in ITA Airways from the Italian Government.
Practice head
Dave Anderson