Slaughter and May's 'technically excellent' team handles a diverse workload which spans antitrust investigations, complex merger control clearances, state aid and subsidy control matters, and follow-on damages litigation. Brussels office head Anna Lyle-Smythe is singled out by one client as 'certainly one of the best competition lawyers in Europe'. Bertrand Louveaux and Claire Jeffs act as co-chairs of the global competition group, both splitting their time between Brussels and London. In a group comprised of 'standout individuals', other key names include Jordan Ellison and senior counsel Alexander Chadd.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Jordan Ellison is not only very knowledgeable and smart but also stands out for the extra effort he puts into satisfying clients' needs. Alexander Chadd has also been great with providing clear and concise advice.’
‘Excellent advice which is always technically sound. Brilliant service with good availability and fast turnaround.’
Key clients
- Allianz
- ARM
Work highlights
- Representing Google in the EC investigation into the online advertising technology sector.
- Advising Booking Holdings on the EU and UK competition law aspects of its proposed acquisition of global flight online travel agency Etraveli.