Kirkland & Ellis International II LLP possesses considerable expertise in handling the full range of merger control, FSR and FDI clearances as part of multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions. Led by Thomas Wilson, the team’s client roster spans various sectors including oil and gas, finance, consumer goods and transport. Other key figures in the team include Andris Rimsa and Enrica Schaefer.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Enrica Schaefer is a rising star, very strong competition law insights, highly committed and strong in leading complex merger filing projects from start to finish.’
- ‘Reactive team, capable of managing international merger clearance and FDI processes. Effective at handling processes for private equity transactions.’
- ‘The Kirkland & Ellis team rules its recent behavioural work is impressive.’
- ‘Thomas Wilson clearly stands out in terms or responsiveness, quality of work and as a team manager.’
- ‘Enrica Schaefer is highly knowledgeable in competition law, and we value how available and fast she is when handling competition law matters. ’
- ‘Kirkland & Ellis’ Brussels competition practice stands out for its exceptional ability to handle the most complex and high-stakes merger control and antitrust investigations before the European Commission and national competition authorities.'
Key clients
- Mars / Kellanova Amcor Inc. / Berry Global
- Digital Container Shipping Association
- Marathon Oil Corporation
- GTCR / Worldpay
- Verdane
- Global Infrastructure Partners
- Bain Capital
- GTCR / AssuredPartners
- Kito Crosby
- Hellman & Friedman LLC
- KKR & Co. Inc.
- Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc.
Work highlights
Acted for Kellanova on its proposed acquisition by Mars, a transaction valued at $36bn.
Acting for Amcor Inc. on its $37bn acquisition of Berry Global.
Acting as compliance counsel and company secretary to DCSA since the end of 2018, when the DCSA initiative was first launched.
Practice head
Thomas Wilson
Other key lawyers
Andris Rimsa; Enrica Schaefer