Anderson Strathern has a ‘strong team’ that possess ’excellent attention to detail’ and is able to handle a broad range of competition law issues, with experience acting for both public sector bodies and private companies. Competition litigation continues to be a core component of the firm’s work, often acting in cases in the Court of Session, Commercial Court and the Competition Appeal Tribunal. Further areas of strength include providing subsidy control and EU procurement advice. Practice lead Katrina Lumsdaine ‘is very knowledgeable in the field of competition law’ and has a notable focus on disputes. Douglas McLachlan has a wide breadth of clients which call upon him for EU and UK advice in connection with supply and distribution agreements. Simon Brown is another key name for commercial agreement advice, while Eilidh MacEwan has supported on a number of mandates since arriving from Gilson Gray in March 2023.
Testimonials
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‘A strong team, with excellent attention to detail. Experience of dealing with public sector clients and issues. They are responsive to queries, and excellent at keeping clients updated with information.’
‘All individuals within the firm who I have encountered are approachable, knowledgeable, and willing to assist. Their commitment to the job and providing high-level service is obvious. Katrina Lumsdaine is very knowledgeable in the field of competition law, and is ably assisted by Scott Flannigan and Eilidh MacEwan who provide excellent professional support and legal advice.'
Key clients
- Scottish Water
- Aberdeenshire Council
Work highlights
- Pursuing damages on behalf of 22 public bodies in an action arising out of the Truck Cartel.
- Advising INEOS and Petroineos on strategically important procurement and supply contracts, including competition law issues.