LK Shields Solicitors LLP
LK Shields Solicitors LLP continues to make a particular impression in competition litigation, especially antitrust damages actions; it represented Scania in connection with a damages action brought for alleged participation in a truck cartel. The team has also represented clients in a series of headline merger control engagements and is active in the state aid space. Marco Hickey is a hugely experienced EU and competition specialist, with decades of experience in Dublin, London and Brussels. Jill Callanan is head of litigation and dispute resolution and is a key partner on follow-on damages actions.
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Testimonials
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‘Deep knowledge of Irish and European competition law, contacts at all levels in the competition ecosystem, and innovative problem solving are all USPs for the competition practice in LKS.’
‘Marco Hickey's level of responsiveness, willingness to problem solve and approachability are all key strengths. ’
‘Marco Hickey is very commercial in his approach and handholds his client through what can be an arduous process.’
‘Marco Hickey - a real authority on antitrust matters in Ireland.’
‘The quality and accuracy of the advice delivered in a timely and concise fashion. The interaction with team members is as pleasant as efficient.’
‘Marko Hickey has decades of experience in the area of M&A and competition law. He is pleasant to deal with and very knowledgeable.’
‘Local knowledge, flexibility, great people.’
‘Marco Hickey clearly has strong experience and depth of knowledge in Irish and European Competition law, with incredible attention to detail and good knowledge of caselaw and relevant factors - a safe pair of hands.’
Key clients
- Boylesports
- Centric Health
- Development Capital
- Egis International
- Erisbeg
- Foresight Group LLP
- Formpress Publishing Limited
- Gowan Group
- Millstreet
- Viagogo AG
Work highlights
- Acted for Centric Health in the formation of Carepath Connect, a joint venture with Irish Life.
- Acted for the Egis Group in its acquisition of Dublin-headquartered civil engineering business, JB Barry and Partners.
- Acted for the Erisbeg Group in the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Eolas Recruitment Limited.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marco Hickey