Acting in collective actions and in stand-alone abuse of dominance claims, Travers Smith LLP works with clients throughout the lifecycle of competition litigation, advising on strike-out applications and appeals to the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court. Nigel Seay, noted for his expertise in EU and UK regulatory regimes, leads the team alongside Caroline Edwards, who regularly handles follow-on claims. Huw Jenkin specialises in defending clients in class action certification proceedings. Stephen Whitfield left the firm in December 2025.
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Key clients
- Nomura
- Sports Direct
- DAF Trucks
Work highlights
Advising Nomura on its application to the EU General Court and subsequent appeal to the Court of Justice for annulment of the European Commission's Decision finding anti-competitive behaviour in the primary and secondary European Government Bond markets.
Advised Sports Direct in proceedings against Newcastle United in relation to an alleged abuse of dominance claim.
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Nigel Seay; Caroline Edwards
Other key lawyers
Huw Jenkin; Ingrid Hodgskiss; Barney Stannard; Joe Moore