The Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP competition practice acts for leading PLCs and multinationals, with experience in cartel investigations, market investigations, and merger control work. Elizabeth Marshall leads the team, specialising in procurement law, and frequently advising government departments and regional and local authorities on a wide range of issues. Charlie Markillie is key to the team, working with clients in the financial services, aviation, and food industries.
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Testimonials
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‘They are responsive, experienced and have a good knowledge and understanding of our sector and hence the challenges we are presented with when it comes to competition law.’
‘They are super-responsive, highly-experienced and pragmatic.’
‘A strong competition practice with excellent sector knowledge.’
‘Charlie Markillie is a stand out lawyer. His knowledge of the sector is second to none and is always on hand to help.’
‘The team at Eversheds Sutherland Leeds always make the time to understand our needs. Over the years they have built up a considerable amount of knowledge of our business. This allows them to quickly understand the support we require.’
Key clients
- Wolseley UK Limited
- Bettys & Taylors Group Limited
- Jet2 Plc
- The Drainage & Water Sewage Network
Work highlights
Advising Wolseley UK Limited in relation to the CMA’s investigation of its acquisition of Kooltech Limited.
Providing Bettys and Taylors Group Limited with strategic competition compliance advice, including in relation to sales and distribution issues.
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
Elizabeth Marshall
Other key lawyers
Charlie Markillie