Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton ‘comes highly recommended for any competition law support’, handling a range of antitrust issues, including collusion and dominance, as well as merger control matters. Team co-head Robbert Snelders handles a full range of matters in the sector, including litigation before national courts, and arbitration proceedings. Co-head Jackie Holland, based in London, has additional expertise in state aid matters.
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Accolades

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is very knowledgeable concerning the current thinking of the regulators and can anticipate on the procedural implications.’

  • ‘François-Charles Laprévote knows everything there is to know about State aid law. In addition, he perfectly manages the file and takes into account all stakeholders. He is outstanding and I do not hesitate to recommend his services.’

Key clients

  • Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize
  • Philip Morris International

Work highlights

Representing Philip Morris International in connection with a BMA investigation into the indirect exchange of information.
Practice head

Robbert Snelders; Jackie Holland

Other key lawyers

Isabel Rooms; Dirk Vandermeersch; François-Charles Laprévote