Noel Beale
Michelmores LLPWith the arrival of Noel Beale from Burges Salmon LLP in May 2023, Michelmores LLP expanded its expertise in EU and competition matters; the practice advises clients on issues such as merger control, CMA investigations, and antitrust litigation. Beale is particularly well-versed supporting clients from regulated markets in competition issues, especially those stemming from the water sector. Ian Holyoak is another key name to note in this area, handling investigations, procurement, and merger control, amongst others.
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Key clients
- Freshways
- Northumbrian Water
- Wessex Water
- Forestry Commission
- Cornwall Council
Work highlights
- Advised Freshways in relation to the UK merger control aspects of its acquisition of Milk and More from Muller Dairies.
- Advising a water and sewerage undertaker in relation to the collective proceedings being brought on behalf of sewerage consumers concerning alleged abuse of dominance in relation to charges for sewerage provision involving a claim for damages over £100m.
- Advising a consumer brand in relation to its compliance with competition law in respect of resale price maintenance concerns raised in relation to 'bricks and mortar' stores versus online retailers.
Lawyers
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Practice head
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Noel Beale