Praised by clients for its ‘excellent service’, White & Case LLP advises on class actions, follow-on claims and stand-alone actions concerning domestic and international disputes. The group is also instructed on cartel claims in the telecoms and automotive sectors. The team is led by three lawyers: Euan Burrows , who is well versed in state aid; Charles Balmain, who advises on stand-alone, hybrid and follow-on claims; and Marc Israel, who acts on opt-out collective proceedings. Pinar Akman, who joined in October 2025, is experienced in matters relating to abuse of dominance and digital markets.
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Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- Autolive
- Nexans
- EPEX Spot
- Trainline
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Charles Balmain; Euan Burrows; Marc Israel
Other key lawyers
Marlin Heitmann; Pinar Akman
