Representing a diverse roster of clients across the shipping, trade and logistics, commodities, insurance and energy sectors, the team at HFW is well-placed to advise on both contentious and non-contentious competition law matters. The practice boasts an extensive international network with offices in Hong Kong, Dubai, Brussels and Australia. Practice head Anthony Woolich is noted for focus on merger control and antitrust matters. Woolich is supported by Daniel Martin, who is noted for his focus on international sanctions regimes and trade law, with considerable expertise in varied areas of EU law.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Tony Woolich is particularly effective, combining a deep knowledge of the subject matter with a pragmatic and commercial approach and a pleasant approachable manner. It is always a rewarding experience to work with him.'
  • 'Good competition law practice as part of a firm which specialises in international trade.'
  • 'Anthony Woolich is a partner for whom I've worked for years - the ultimate safe pair of hands, and exceptionally experienced.'
  • 'In my experience, the team provides a comprehensive EU, competition and public procurement service; with good strength in depth.'

Key clients

  • Republic of Cyprus
  • Maersk Group
  • BP plc
  • Victoria Group
  • Acrisure LLC
  • European Parliament
  • Ecom Agroindustrial Corporation Limited
  • BW Group
  • Constellation Energy (formerly Exelon Generation)

Work highlights

  • Advising leading commodities traders on multi-jurisdictional merger control reviews for potential acquisitions.
  • Advising leading shipping companies on ship pooling arrangements.
  • Advising a leading Middle East airline on extending its cooperation agreement with another leading Middle Eastern airline and on forming alliances with two African airlines.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Anthony Woolich

Other key lawyers

Daniel Martin, Adam Strong, Neil Adams