DLA Piper is highly regarded for its competition litigation work before the High Court and CAT, acting on high-profile disputes, appeals, and investigations. The team has notably handled several cases in the sports sector, an area of growing relevance in UK and global competition law. Led by Matt Evans, subsidy control mandates also remain a key focus. Sam Szlezinger and Alexandra Kamerling have both been key to the team’s continued success.
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Testimonials
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‘Sam Szlezinger has very considerable experience of EU and UK competition work, across the range of cases including mergers, cartels and abuse of dominance cases.'
‘The team has deep competition law knowledge and each individual are able to develop lasting relationships with their client.'
‘Their ability to engage with everyone to draw out the best solutions.'
Key clients
- Greater Manchester Combined Authority
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Warner Bros. Discovery Inc
- Rolls Royce
- GE Heathcare
- GE Aerospace
Work highlights
Advising The Greater Manchester Combined Authority in the second ever subsidy control case in the Competition Appeal Tribunal.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Matt Evans
Other key lawyers
Sam Szlezinger; Alexandra Kamerling; Chloe Cumber; Alistair White; Martin Ström