Simmons & Simmons' EU and competition group is noted as ‘thorough, highly skilled and flexible’. The team advises on competition law assessments, develops and implements antitrust compliance programmes, handles requests for damages, and manages filings to determine where antitrust notifications may be required. It also advises on vertical and horizontal agreements, under the leadership of Riccardo Pennisi.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The Antitrust desk of Simmons & Simmons, in my opinion, is the best I have ever had the chance to work with. They are extremely ready, thorough, highly skilled, and flexible.'
- ‘In particular, Riccardo Pennisi is an exceptional professional. What distinguishes him and makes him unique is his personal touch, his emotional intelligence: true complements to an impeccable expertise in the field.’
- ‘Riccardo Pennisi is an extremely skilled professional, close to the business and client needs.’
Key clients
- CSL Behring
- Roxtec Group
- EG Italia S.p.A.
- BioGaia AG
- IRCA S.p.A.
- Dab Pumps S.p.A.
- Amica Chips S.p.A.
- Wise Equity SGR S.p.A.
- Datrix S.p.A.
- Aires Servizi S.r.l.
- QuattroR Sgr S.p.A.
- Spoon Brands S.r.l.
Work highlights
Assisted several clients active in different sectors in private antitrust litigation initiatives relating to damages suffered as a consequence of a cartel uncovered and fined by the Italian Competition Authority.
Assisted an international healthcare company in the context of an investigation opened by the Italian Competition Authority for an alleged violation of Article 101 TFUE.
Advised a global provider of cybersecurity solutions on the obligations and implications arising from the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR).
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Practice head
Riccardo Pennisi