Working closely with colleagues in Brussels and the US, Arnold & Porter’s London competition litigation team is regularly instructed on sensitive competition investigations before the CMA and European Commission. High-profile damages litigation, pricing and distribution issues, and trade matters are also key areas of focus. Team head Jane Wessel has extensive experience acting in disputes before the CAT, while John Schmidt is noted for his strong track record in securing injunctive relief in abuse of dominance cases.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is very dedicated and responsive and provide excellent client service. They work well with the client, economists and barristers.’
‘Jane Wessel and Alastair Brown run a highly effective team and worked in an integrated way with our team.'
‘Experienced team. Emphasis on inclusivity and collaboration, ability to deliver quality under high-pressure.'
‘Jane Wessel and Alastair Brown are excellent leaders within the competition litigation group.'
‘Strong and stable team with good commercial awareness.’
‘John Schmidt and Zeno Frediani are very responsive and thoughtful.’
Key clients
- Mitsui
- Morrisons
- Heineken
Work highlights
Advising MOL on the “RoRo” cartel follow-on litigation.
Acting for Morrisons in a multi-million pound follow-on claim arising from the Trucks cartel.
Acting as the lead firm in three pan-European follow-on claims arising from the European trucks cartel.
Practice head
Jane Wessel
Other key lawyers
John Schmidt; Alastair Brown; Zeno Frediani