Fielding a ‘strong team with in-depth knowledge’, Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP assists clients with all facets of UK and EU competition law. The team frequently handles merger control proceedings, FDI filings, and investigations. Head of the Competition, EU and Trade team, James Lindop, advises extensively on foreign investment, particularly in relation to the UK NSIA, and on the Subsidy Control Act and Foreign Subsidies Regulation. Claire Morgan is described as ’very approachable and responsive’, while Peter Harper is lauded as a ‘standout practitioner with unfailingly good judgment and a huge depth of experience.’ Former practice head Ros Kellaway has retired.
Testimonials
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‘This team has real depth of experience and a large number of talented individuals, who work as a team to offer a really excellent service to clients.’
‘Peter Harper is a standout practitioner with unfailingly good judgment and a huge depth of experience.'
- 'Julia Woodward-Carlton is a lawyer with easy intelligence that enables her to think around problems and generate creative solutions.'
- 'Claire Morgan is whip-smart and always impossible to fault in her analysis.’
‘Strong team with in-depth knowledge of the latest developments in competition law and related areas of law such as the National Security and Investment Act. A diverse range of talents and personalities strengthens the team.’
‘Peter Harper is highly experienced. He is relentless in working to achieve the best outcomes for clients.'
- 'Claire Morgan brings a great deal of experience from a range of competition matters. She has a natural style that clients immediately warm to.’
‘Claire Morgan has a strong practice across a range of issues from M&A, behavioural aspects and subsidy control. She is very approachable and responsive and gives good practical advice.’
Key clients
- Wolseley Group
- SSS Public Safety Limited (formerly Capita Secure Solutions and Services Ltd)
- MotoNovo Finance Limited FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch) and Aldermore Group plc
- Kingfisher plc
- Sepura Limited and Epiris GP Limited
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Lindop