As a ‘powerful’ firm with a ’strong base of intelligent experience’, CMS is frequently called upon by a range of multinational corporations and global brands for advice regarding sensitive competition law issues that include CMA investigations, merger control work, NSI concerns, and subsidy control matters. Group lead Graeme Young‘s reputation in this space sees him instructed by a wealth of clients across the UK, which benefit from his ’practical approach to help resolve issues’ and his ‘in-depth knowledge and experience’ of both domestic and EU law. Wendy Nicolson is notably regarded for her public procurement expertise, and often works alongside Emma Blundell.
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‘The powerful feature of CMS is the capacity to marshal a team with in depth understanding of the business context of the challenges competition issues raise. A strong base of intelligent experience is rare but CMS have it.'
‘Authoritative on complex technical legal matters and able to communicate these concisely and clearly.’
‘The team always provides pragmatic advice and looks for solutions for problems.’
‘Graeme Young stands out for the support and advice he has provided on major projects. We value his practical approach to help resolve issues and his in-depth knowledge and experience.’
Key clients
- Leicester City Football Club
- NatWest Group Plc
- BP Plc
- Dye & Durham Corporation
- National Grid
- NHS Scotland / NSS
- NI Water
- Scottish Water
- South of Scotland Enterprise
- Highland and Islands Enterprise
Work highlights
- Acted for Leicester City Football Club on a CMA Competition Act investigation.
- Acting for Canadian-listed Dye & Durham on the CMA’s merger investigation into its completed acquisition of TM Group.
- Advising National Grid Ventures on the competition and procurement of its multi-purpose interconnector, Lionlink, to deliver a new electricity link between the UK and the Netherlands.
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Practice head
Graeme Young
Other key lawyers
Wendy Nicholson; Emma Blundell