Housing a ‘top-tier’ competition practice which is noted for its ’depth of expertise’, Pinsent Masons LLP consistently attracts high-profile clients across the life sciences, financial services, and automotive sectors, who turn to the team for both contentious and non-contentious matters. Practice head Alan Davis, praised for his ‘astonishing versatility’, specialises in CMA investigations into anti-competitive agreements and practices. Angelique Bret regularly advises on competition law relating to the abuse of monopoly power and anti-competitive agreements, cartels and consumer protection, while Robert Vidal is praised by clients for being ’experienced, immensely knowledgeable, personable and calm.’
Testimonials
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‘Pinsents have a tier 1 EU and competition practice. I cant think of another firm with a broader scope of competition work covering everything from mergers to State aid.’
'Top team for Competition in the City! Great characters and depth of expertise. Transparent billing, international network and a pleasure to work with.'
Key clients
- Bosch Thermatechnology
- BUPA
Work highlights
- Advised Motor Fuel Group Limited (MFG) in relation to CD&R LLP’s purchase of Morrisons, plc for £7 billion.
- Advising Pay.UK, the operator of Bacs and Faster Payments, on the New Payments Architecture (NPA) project.