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.'
- 'Tatiana Siakka is exceptional. She is highly intelligent, extremely personable, and a real pleasure to work with. She truly goes above and beyond with the levels of commitment and hard work that she puts into a case. Her depth of understanding of how to manage a case is evident from how smooth a process it is to work with her. An excellent person to have in your corner.’
‘Francesco Liberatore is a standout individual. He will fight for his clients and is always being utterly charming.'
‘The team has outstanding knowledge across a broad range of competition areas. They understand our business and sector well. The level of client service we receive is exceptional.’
‘Diarmuid Ryan has helped us navigate some complex competition matters during this year. His technical knowledge is outstanding and he is a real pleasure to work with.’
'Large highly skilled, experienced and knowledgeable team. Exceptional understanding of the very specialised CMA processes.'
'Francesco Liberatore was very approachable and a strong communicator. He marshalled the wider SPB team effectively and always remained our key single point of contact. He displayed excellent technical knowledge and as importantly formulated powerful and coherent arguments.'
Key clients
- British Beer and Pub Association
- Cathay Pacific
- Etisalat
- European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA)
- GSMA
- HEICO
- LAN
- Pets at Home Group Plc
- Pharmacy2U
- Primo Water Corporation
- Salesforce
- Telegraph Media Group
- Vodafone
- World Sailing
- Zoom
- Tereos SA
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.
- Advising Pets at Home on the CMA’s ongoing sector review of veterinary services for pets.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Diarmuid Ryan