The team at Osborne Clarke LLP advises clients on a diverse range of matters, ranging from merger control and compliance to investigations, litigation, and subsidy control. Leveraging its global network, the team shows capability in advising across a host of jurisdictions on a variety of projects. Simon Neill leads the team out of Bristol, with a wealth of experience handling mergers and investigations before both the Competition and Markets Authority and the European Commission, offering clients a specialised focus on the branded retail, life sciences, and technology sectors. Neill also represents clients in contentious matters such as sector inquiries, individual company investigations, and private enforcement claims. Marc Shrimpling focuses his practice on subsidy control and state aid. Rebecca Malone advises clients on compliance, distribution strategy and investigations, and demonstrates a notable specialism in the decarbonisation space.
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Testimonials
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‘Marc Shrimpling - an excellent communicator, clear and fair, and his knowledge of the area is elite. He is comfortable in front of non-legal clients and is able to explain complex situations and provide pragmatic solutions. He is fun to work with, clear on all aspects of the engagement. You want him on your team if you have a competition matter.’
‘We find the team we have worked with, led by Simon Neill, to be extremely personable and interested to consider contributions from all stakeholders involved. In this area, we find such an inclusive approach supports improved interactions with the CMA.’
'Work really with the OC team on competition related projects - very strong working relationship where we can openly test theories and approaches.'
'Simon Neill is great to work with and has developed a strong understanding of our sector.'
'The team have always remained accessible, accommodating and knowledgeable throughout our engagement. We don't feel like the clock is being monitored or indeed every minute is tracked - rather it feels collaborative in nature with a view to a long term professional relationship.'
'Our main point of contact to date has been Marc Shrimpling who has been an absolute pleasure to work with over the years. Marc is very knowledgeable on the matters we have been needing support on and brings professionalism whilst always remaining approachable.'
'Great team, very well-connected and with lots of experience. Diverse team with a can-do approach.'
'Simon Neill heads the team and is very experienced. Great to work with, he has a wealth of experience in all aspects of competition law. Rebecca Malone has a great deal of relevant experience, including high profile CMA mergers.'
'Marc Shrimpling is incredibly responsive and makes himself available within timeframes that suit us and our clients.'
Key clients
- Topps Tiles plc
- Biffa
- RB UK Commercial Limited (Reckitt Benckiser)
- The Mike Burton Group Limited
- Amber Fund Management Limited
- News UK & Ireland Limited
- Specialized Bicycles
- The Property Franchise Group
- Muller UK & Ireland Group LLP
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Simon Neill
Other key lawyers
Marc Shrimpling; Rebecca Malone