Antitrust & Competition
Competition investigations and policy materially impact your business.
Complex merger control investigations, antitrust scrutiny and protracted state aid cases can create considerable uncertainty for businesses
Increasing divergence in competition policy around the world can significantly impact or completely block a deal
Policymakers are increasingly using competition and antitrust enforcement as a tool to secure broader policy objectives
Creating a conducive environment for regulatory and stakeholder consent.
Our dedicated competition policy practice offers decades of experience in the legal, economic, and business aspects of competition issues. We understand the political dynamics that shape the competition landscape; our communications expertise will help you navigate them.
Our expertise lies in creating supportive environments for legal and business strategies. In collaboration with our clients, we design and implement coordinated communications and advocacy campaigns that shape the perceptions of key stakeholders and decision-makers. Our deep understanding of political, societal and market dynamics allows us to transform legal arguments into compelling narratives that foster understanding and mobilize support from a wide range of stakeholders – ranging from competitors and customers to suppliers, government entities, academics, think tanks, trade associations and the media.
Our team draws on extensive experience working in and alongside regulatory bodies and top-tier media, providing you with valuable insights and a sounding board to refine and implement competition strategies. We offer a globally integrated team and strategy to serve clients who face complex, multijurisdictional regulatory processes.
Our guidance for businesses starts from the outset of a case and continues through decision day and beyond. We develop bespoke strategies in collaboration with our clients and support them through implementation.
When it comes to transactions, investment decisions and regulatory interactions, we’ve successfully tackled some of the most complex and challenging scenarios across the globe.
Services
Cross-border M&A transaction counseling with bespoke communications and government relations strategies, deep research and crisis support.
Competition advocacy (offensive and defensive), including comprehensive campaigns and alliance building.
Policy advocacy to shape the competitive playing field.
Litigation support, including narrative development, reputation management and media engagement strategies.
