CMS brings top-tier merger clearance and investigation capabilities, underpinned by deep sectoral insight across technology, media, sport, energy and life sciences. Team head Brian Sher, who divides his time between London and Brussels, is widely recognised for his expertise across both contentious and non-contentious competition matters. Neil Baylis brings substantial experience in navigating multijurisdictional filings, particularly for high-profile joint ventures and complex M&A. Russell Hoare and Jacqueline Vallat are key figures in the firm’s ongoing merger control and investigation mandates, respectively.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Practical and user-friendly advice. The team understands our business well and interacts with key non-legal stakeholders in an accessible manner.’
- ‘Brian Sher – flexible thinker, gives practical advice, has good relationships with CMA.’
- 'Practical and user-friendly advice. The team understands our business well and interacts with key non-legal stakeholders in an accessible manner.'
Key clients
- Abbott
- Alliance Pharma Plc
- BP
- BT Plc
- Cadent Gas
- CEMEX
- Coca-Cola
- Eli Lily
- FOX
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Hospital Corporation of America
- Illumina
Work highlights
Advised Jaguar Land Rover in relation to parallel investigations by the CMA under the Competition Act 1998 and EC under Article 101 TFEU.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Brian Sher
Other key lawyers
Neil Baylis; Russell Hoare; Jacqueline Vallat; Kabir Garyali; Jean-Francois Willems