A&O Shearman’s antitrust practice routinely oversees high-value and complex cases and investigations before UK and EU authorities. The group is active on follow-on and standalone claims with either individual or collective claimants. An experienced litigator, Russell Butland covers the full spectrum of private UK and EU competition claims. Noted for his strong track record in the banking and finance sectors, Arnondo Chakrabarti supports clients with group and competition damages litigation. Other key figures include Dominic Long, who focuses on cartel investigations before EU and UK competition authorities, and Kristina Nordlander, who manages a busy caseload in the ECJ and European Commission.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Russ Butland has a great understanding of the issues, looks for solutions, excellent responder.’
‘The firm displays a level of legal knowledge and technical expertise in the field that is second to none.'
‘Arnondo Chakrabarti displays all the qualities one could seek in a partner at a law firm: empathetic, with a sharp mind and great technical expertise, commercial acumen, and a real understanding of his client's needs.'
- 'Nicholas Gomes is a senior associate in the team who already displays the qualities of a partner. His pragmatic approach and ability to see the wider picture allow him to provide great practical advice to his clients.'
'Very strong in competition litigation.'
‘Jonathan Hitchin is truly an excellent and highly experienced litigator.'
- 'Dominic Long is very strong indeed on all aspects of competition law, particularly in the regulated and energy sectors.'
- 'Rachel Donelan is surely a future superstar.’
Key clients
- General Electric
- Government of Gibraltar
- Hitachi
- Micron
- Scania
- Visa
Work highlights
Advising Scania in a series of large private damages actions brought across Europe and the UK.
Acting for Visa Europe Member Representative on various claims in the UK courts.
Representing Micron in a private damages claim regarding the 2010 EC DRAM investigation.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Dominic Long; Arnondo Chakrabarti
Other key lawyers
Jonathan Hitchin; Dominic Long; Philip Mansfield; Thomas Masterman; Kristina Nordlander; Christopher Best; Imogen Carr; Andrew Fincham; Rachel Donelan; Nicholas Gomes; Russell Butland