Matthew Bull
Jones DayThe 'excellent competition law team' at Jones Day regularly handles complex, multijurisdictional merger clearances; cartel investigations; and regulatory enforcement with industry strength across energy, infrastructure, mining and resources, digital platforms, aviation and transport, and financial services. 'Expert in competition law' Prudence Smith has in-depth experience of the ACCC, co-heading the team from Sydney with Melbourne-based 'leading lawyer' Matthew Bull, a go-to for clients in the energy and resources sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘Excellent competition law team’
‘Matthew Bull is an leading lawyer in the Australian competition space with deep market knowledge. ’
‘Responsive and knowledgeable, with inside knowledge of how the ACCC operates’
‘Prudence Smith has great communication skills, technical knowledge and unique insights from time spent working at the ACCC.'
- 'Matthew Bull is a smooth operator who presents well to senior executives’
- 'When working with Jones Day, in particular Prudence Smith, I receive a level of support which is greater and more professional than other firms.'
- 'Prudence Smith is an expert in competition law and provides high quality, technically proficient and commercial advice.'
Key clients
- Westpac Banking Group
- Chevron Corporation
- Essilor International SAS
- Tourism Holdings Limited
- Peabody Corporation
Work highlights
- Acted for Westpac Banking Corporation, one of Australia's largest banks, in relation to its acquistion of Healthpoint.
- Acted for Chevron on the competition aspects of its acquisition from Viva Energy of 25 retail fuel sites.
- Acted for Luxottica on its acquisition of optical retailer, EyeQ.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Prudence Smith
Jones DayPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Prudence Smith, Matthew Bull