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Linklaters‘ ’well rounded’ antitrust and foreign investment group is praised for its ‘strong leadership’, with experienced litigator Bernd Meyring heading up the practice in Brussels and globally. The team is noted for its experience in the healthcare sector, along with ongoing work in the telecoms industry. Its foreign investment control practice, headed by Ina Lunneryd, pairs with experience of State aid cases, and often advises on the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation. Life sciences specialist Annamaria Mangiaracina is praised for her ability to find ’creative ways through complicated issues’.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The practice is one of the top competition teams in Europe. Key strengths are pragmatism / user-friendliness, deep understanding of commercial aspects, deep and wide knowledge of competition law and regulation and good command of economics and know how to use economics effectively.’

  • ‘William Leslie at Linklaters is an absolute star.’

  • ‘Well rounded team with strong leadership and impressive bench strength, with a number of great associates coming up.’

  • ‘Annamaria Mangiaracina has an impressive ability to be keep the overarching goals of the case and client front of mind, whilst also being on top of the details - often leading to her being able to find creative ways through complicated issues.’

  • ‘William Leslie is brilliant. Not only is his legal knowledge outstanding but he has developed a very impressive understanding of our industry and products meaning that his advice is always tailored and fit for purpose. He is pragmatic in his advice and is always available to assist when needed.’

  • 'The legal team demonstrates a high level of professionalism, competence, and expertise in the area of competition law. They exhibit excellent coordination and collaboration in managing various client matters effectively.'

  • 'The team's dynamic approach ensures a cohesive and efficient handling of files.'

  • 'Bernd Meyring demonstrates a high level of legal expertise and the ability to quickly comprehend complex topics. He excels at explaining intricate legal matters in an accessible manner for non-legal professionals, and effectively collaborates with other law firms. Bernd's patient and genuine demeanour makes interactions with him pleasant.'

Key clients

  • Nasdaq Aktiebolag
  • I Squared Capital Advisors (UK)
  • Kingspan Group
  • Carrier Global Corporation
  • Vodafone Group
  • John Cockerill Defense
  • Euronav
  • OTPP
  • bpost
  • The Single Resolution Board
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Novo Holdings

Work highlights

  • Advising Nasdaq Aktiebolag on the merger control and foreign investment aspects of the divesture of its Nordic power business to EEX.
  • Advising Carrier Global Corporation on all antitrust, merger control and foreign investment aspects of a number of key and transformative transactions, including its highly strategic $13bn acquisition of Viessmann Climate Solutions.
  • Defending Vodafone Group before the General Court in Luxembourg in Case T-692/20, Iliad Italia v European Commission, as well as advising on the €8bn sale of its Italian business to Swisscom.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Bernd Meyring

Other key lawyers

Neil Hoolihan, Annamaria Mangiaracina, William Leslie, Ina Lunneryd