K&L Gates LLP‘s competition team is noted for its work across merger control, vertical agreements, and novel sustainability collaborations. The team regularly advises on UK merger control and National Security and Investment Act filings in high-profile, multijurisdictional transactions across highly regulated sectors, including technology and pharmaceuticals. Practice chair Jennifer Marsh’s recent highlights include a number of high-value M&A transactions and high-profile arbitrations, while Gabriela da Costa leverages her dual UK and EU qualification on multijurisdictional mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Jen Marsh - one of the best external lawyers I've worked with. Her availability is exceptional and she provides me with immediate thought/advice when needed.’
- ‘The EU and competition team at K&L Gates is led by the exceptional Jennifer Marsh. The team has strength in depth from associate to partner level, all of whom demonstrate an ability to take the complexities of competition law and apply them practically to the circumstances.’
- ‘They have exceptional knowledge of the topics at hand, coupled with incredible speed and responsiveness when required, plus a commercial lens through which they give their advice.’
- ‘The K&L Gates team ensures they understand our business models and our products and services, to provide contextual advice. We also value the easy-to-read communications, which help when we distil information to our global in-house teams.’
- ‘They have deep expertise across many industries - from traditional antitrust topics to digital.’
- ‘Jennifer Marsh has exceptional sector knowledge and a key ability to apply the nuances of competition law to the sector.’
- ‘Jennifer Marsh is the lead partner. She is extremely bright and capable technically and combines this with a personable, pragmatic approach.’
- ‘Gabriela Da Costa has worked with us from the beginning, and we value her practical and engaging approach.’
- ‘The Partners are highly available and involved in the case.’
- ‘They are very knowledgeable and have a good pragmatic, hands-on approach.’
Key clients
- The Zero Emissions Port Alliance
- British Beauty Council
- The Climate Group
- SharkNinja Europe Limited
- Alphabet Inc
- Burberry
- Westinghouse
- Project SkyPower
- Universal Steel
Work highlights
Advised ZEPA on the competition compliance and compatibility of all aspects of its formation and activities.
Advised Alphabet on the UK merger control and NSI Act implications of a number ofkey strategic investments.
Advised Universal Stainless & Alloy Products on a multi-jurisdictional merger with Luxembourg-headquartered Aperam S.A.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jennifer Marsh
Other key lawyers
Gabriela da Costa; Niall Lavery; Georgina Rigg; Aurelija Grubytė; Stefan Dior