Praised for its ‘exceptional’ technical knowledge, Linklaters LLP is well versed in assisting customers and suppliers and advising on all stages of strategic projects, from inception to completion. The group often advises on commercial partnerships, and has a strong team of veteran commercial lawyers who ‘bring the level of experience that is needed’. At the helm is Marly Didizian, who often deals with supply chain contracts and whose clients include large technology companies; she has also been at the forefront of the group’s work on collaboration agreements in the life sciences and consumer sectors. Greg Palmer and Rich Jones, who were both promoted to partner in May 2023, are also key team members. Georgina Kon is a key contact for the group’s TMT matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'Great team, very well managed by the responsible partners. A lot of know-how. Very responsive. Efficient and effective and nice to work with. Always up to date with the latest development in the industry.'
- 'Georgina Kon and Marly Didizian are the partners you wish to work with when you engage with external counsels. Always great collaboration regardless of the topic and challenge.'
- 'Greg Palmer has been of great support. He is able to give practical advice on matters that I refer to him. He does not merely regurgitate what the law states.'
- 'Rich Jones is efficient and sharp. He gets things done, doesn't cut corners, and is clear and transparent in his approach. Working with him is refreshing and reassuring, as no standards will be dropped and deliverables will be framed as discussed.'
- 'The ability to pull in talented, hardworking, seasoned subject matter experts familiar with country particularities was amazing.'
- 'Amazing drive, good knowledge, real world experience and pleasant to work with.'
- 'Working with Marly Didizian is a joy. She is unwaveringly calm, clear and logical in her approach, and brings a welcome level of reassurance to even the most contentious of situations.'
- 'It is always such a pleasure to work with the Linklaters commercial contracts team. Their technical knowledge is exceptional and attention to detail is spot on. They really bring the level of experience that is needed in the type of complex commercial agreements and business carve-outs that you would go to them for.'
Key clients
- Gavi
- Audi
- BHP Billiton
- Theramex
- Citibank
- Vattenfall
- iCon
- Carrier
Work highlights
- Advising Audi on crucial supply arrangements underpinning its entry into Formula 1.
- Advising CK Hutchison on commercial agreements at the heart of the merger between Three UK and Vodafone.
- Advising Gavi on a $1bn project to widen vaccine access in Africa.
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Georgina Kon
Linklaters LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marly Didizian