Exhibiting ‘unrivalled strength in depth’, the ‘incredible team’ at specialist claimant firm Hausfeld & Co LLP handles the full gamut of European damages claims, with particular emphasis on collective actions before the CAT. Practice head Scott Campbell has longstanding expertise in acting in cartel damage cases, often representing corporates before the CAT; while Anthony Maton has deep knowledge surrounding the private enforcement of damages actions. Nicola Boyle has ‘brilliant intellect', and primarily focuses on cases concerning collective redress. The ’extremely competent and imaginative' Lesley Hannah maintains a tech-focused practice, regularly filing abuse of dominance claims against tech giants before the CAT; and Lucy Rigby frequently represents both consumers and businesses in opt-out claims and large group actions. Tom Bolster has ‘great technical strength', and is particularly adept at acting for clients in the automotive sector in cartel-related disputes. Anna Morfey departed the practice in November 2022 to join Ashurst.

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Testimonials

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'Hausfeld are, and are rightly viewed as, the standout practitioners in this field. They have unrivalled strength-in-depth and are more than a match for any other firm. They have a very competent practice, with great knowledge and understanding of matters. They are very proactive, focused and always available.'
'Nicola Boyle is one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with, she combines a brilliant intellect with excellent client service; and Tom Bolster has great technical strength.'
'Lucy Rigby is quickly developing into one of the go-to partners for the most heavyweight competition claims. She is the complete lawyer.'
'Incredible team - they bring a different approach to matters built on a solid knowledge of competition law. Highly recommended in matters related to damage claims. Close relationship with clients, the team carefully analyse the problem and are clearly focused.'
'Lesley Hannah and Lianne Craig are extremely competent with great knowledge. Lesley is extremely competent and imaginative, and Lianne has vast knowledge of competition law, providing value-added solutions.'
'The team have got an excellent reputation in the market and rightly so. They are acting on many of the leading CAT collective actions. They have quality in strength and depth across their team; and have built an enviable practice.'
'Luke Streatfield is all over the detail. His focus on CAT collective claims and, specifically, big tech claims, makes him a leader in this area, he has carved himself out as an expert in this field. He has real skill in translating and communicating complex issues and to managing with aplomb the significant number of competing threads that arise in these claims. Luke has excellent judgment and delivers fantastic results.'
'The firm differs from others in its innovation and technical capacity to deal with complex issues that require teamwork with other jurisdictions. The team is highly experienced, engaged and easy to work with. You always feel like you are in the best capable hands and are guided along all the way. They redefine client care in an impressive way.'

Key clients

Dutch Trucks
SSE Plc
Former Inquiry Chair at the Competition and Markets Authority
Consumers’ Association Which?
Spanish dairy farmers
Mercedes Emissions Claim
Infederation Ltd (Foundem)

Work highlights

Representing a consumer rights advocate, as the proposed class representative in a £900m collective claim against tech giant Amazon at the Competition Appeal Tribunal in London, for allegedly steering consumers towards offers that favour Amazon’s own business, whilst obscuring deals from third party sellers that could be cheaper or better value (UK Buy Box Claim).
Representing several European car manufacturers in relation to possible claims arising out of the Occupant Safety Systems, RoRo and Thermal Systems cartels.
Representing, in conjunction with Spanish firm Eskariam, 7000+ Spanish dairy farmers seeking damages from milk cartelists for the billions of euros-worth of milk they sold during the cartel period.