Litigation expert Winfred Knibbeler, who has experience handling global antitrust, selective distribution, and interchange-related complex matters, is at the helm of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer‘s EU and competition group alongside ’subject matter expert’ and ‘brilliant communicator’ Paul van den Berg. The practice’s ’deep bench of talented practitioners’ includes Onno Brouwer, who harnesses impressive expertise across the board; his recent work has included unfair trading investigations, and investigations into tax rulings. The team often collaborates with the firm’s international offices, namely those in Brussels and Washington DC. Its workload incorporates advising clients on high-value merger controls, proposed acquisitions, and advising on the regulatory aspects of foreign investments.
Testimonials
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‘A global practice capable of handling filings in multiple jurisdictions seamlessly and expertly. They have efficient systems to limit expenses, and excellent client communication skills.’
‘Paul van den Berg is excellent. He is a subject matter expert, who is extremely reliable and a brilliant communicator. He is clearly one of the current and future leaders in his space.’
Key clients
- AB InBev
- Airbnb
Work highlights
- Advising Viterra and its shareholders (CPPIB, Glencore and BCI) on the global merger control and foreign investment regulation aspects of its merger with Bunge Limited.
- Advised Dutch media company Talpa on the establishment of a JV with its rival RTL to which undertaking the parties would contribute their TV, radio and video on demand channels.