Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is engaged by a host of blue-chip corporates to advise on the competition aspects of complex global transactions, with particular strength in Phase 2 merger investigations. Co-chaired by Nicholas Levy, the group’s specialist expertise is reflected in its handling of novel market investigations and studies, especially in the technology sector. Co-chair Jackie Holland brings over 25 years’ experience advising on competition issues affecting both public and private sector clients. Maurits Dolmans continues to lead on significant matters before EU competition authorities. Paul Gilbert is a highly regarded competition lawyer with a strong track record in merger control, anti-competitive agreements, and sectoral regulation.
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- 'An exceptional team of highly intelligent lawyers who are able to communicate well and provide succinct, commercial advice. They always resource matters well, ensuring that the team is not too large and work is done at the right level.'
- 'The team is proactive, raising potential issues early. They take a pragmatic approach, advising on legal issues but also materiality.'
Key clients
- Synopsys
- Booking Holdings International
- CSL Vifor
- RTX Corporation
- The Walt Disney Company
- Lerøy Seafood Group
- NVIDIA
- “K” Line
- Amazon
- Whirlpool Corporation
- Thales
Work highlights
Advised Synopsys on the merger control aspects of its pending $35 billion acquisition of Ansys.
Advising Vifor Pharma in the CMA investigation into an alleged abuse of its dominant position in the market for pharmaceuticals indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency.
Lawyers
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Jackie Holland; Nicholas Levy
Other key lawyers
Paul Gilbert; Paul Stuart; Henry Mostyn; Ricardo Zimbron; John Messent; Vanessa Marton; Lanto Sheridan