Well regarded for its ability to find ‘pragmatic and practical solutions’, the team at Squire Patton Boggs handles multi-jurisdictional merger clearances, cartel investigations, FDI reviews, and state aid matters, attracting a diverse range of clients. Practice head Diarmuid Ryan , who divides his time between London and Brussels, specialises in competition compliance advice, including designing compliance programs and managing dawn raids. Francesco Liberatore, who earns praise for his ’excellent technical knowledge’, is noted for his expertise in the tech and digital economy sectors, advising clients on all aspects of competition law.
Testimonials
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‘The team are a true pleasure to work with. They are extremely personable, hard-working, and excellent at carrying the case forward. I have been particularly impressed with their ability to find pragmatic and practical solutions.'
‘Diarmuid Ryan is straight-talking and to the point. He will ensure that all arguments are comprehensively tested, by exploring their possible iterations and parameters without temerity - a highly valuable asset.'
Key clients
- British Beer and Pub Association
- Cathay Pacific
Work highlights
- Successfully obtaining Phase I clearance for Pharmacy2U on the CMA’s merger control investigation into its acquisition of Lloyds Direct.
- Advising Tereos SA on the ongoing CMA merger control review of the proposed sale of its UK business-to-consumer sugar business to T&L Sugars Limited.