England - London • Corporate and commercial
Shoosmiths LLP
Combining ‘commercial and pragmatic advice’ with a ’ready willingness to explain the reasoning’, the team at Shoosmiths LLP is well positioned to advise its diverse client roster on day-to-day and strategic competition law issues. Boasting specific expertise in the automotive sector, the team is routinely engaged by household names including Mercedes-Benz, Honda and Nissan-Renault. The practice is led by the ‘highly knowledgeable’ Simon Barnes; Kiran Desai is also noted.
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Testimonials
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‘Always on call for commercial and pragmatic advice, coupled with a ready willingness to explain the reasoning behind the advice - makes this practice especially good to deal with. Highly recommended.’
‘Simon Barnes is highly knowledgeable in competition law, and can apply his skills to novel scenarios. He's always eager to learn about our business, which enables him to hone his advice. At the same time he is approachable and always explains his reasoning, which is helpful to me as a client as I then learn more. Highly recommended.’
‘The team is flexible and down to earth. They give no-nonsence advice. Their newsletter is very helpful.’
‘Simon Barnes is on top of his game. He has specific industry knowledge in motor vehicles.’
Key clients
- Mercedes-Benz
- Honda
- Scania
- BAT
- Ageas
- Asahi
- Ducati
- Stellantis
- Mattel
- Shuttercraft Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Mercedes-Benz on the launch of its new agency model for the supply of new cars in the UK.
- Supporting Shuttercraft Limited on the CMA’s Phase 1 merger control review of its proposed acquisition by Mzuri Group.
- Acting for a major automotive OEM on the CMA’s ongoing investigation into suspected anti-competitive conduct in relation to the recycling of end-of-life vehicles.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Barnes