Ashurst LLP is recognised for the ‘quality and speed of work’ offered to clients, with expertise spanning EU environmental and product regulations, and representing clients in high-profile litigation. The team, led by Denis Waelbroeck, works closely with the competition law practice of the firm. Irene Antypas is key to the team, with extensive experience advising on regulatory and compliance issues.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Good knowledge of our sector. ’

  • ‘Irene Antypas has worked well with US lawyers and complex multinational issues involving chemical regulations. She makes EU law understandable and has demonstrated integrity.’

  • ‘What stands out is the quality and speed of work.’

  • ‘I have worked with Irene Antypas, and she always impresses me with her efficiency, speed and attention to detail. I highly appreciate the detail she gives in her answers, explaining her reasoning and giving alternative wordings.’

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Key clients

  • FMC Corporation
  • ISK Biosciences
  • Association Internationale de la Savonnerie, de la Détergence et des Produits d'entretien (AISE)
  • Natural Mineral Waters Europe (NMWE)
  • AnimalhealthEurope
  • Croplife Europe
  • CropLife International
  • CropLife America
  • European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC)
  • European Petrochemical Association (EPCA)

Work highlights

  • Representing Maud Tea, a major exporter of tea, in a landmark EU court case challenging EU restrictions on the use of two neonicotinoid pesticides on teas destined for EU import.
  • Representing CropLife Europe as an intervener in EU litigation brought by environmental NGOs challenging the extension of approvals of plant protection substances.
  • Advised a client from the animal health industry on a range of EU regulations affecting their supply chain, including new rules on packaging and labelling of veterinary medicines.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Denis Waelbroeck

Other key lawyers

Irene Antypas