Competition Law

James Webber of A&O Shearman has a particular focus on the competition law aspects of commercial transactions, including obtaining clearance for multi-jurisdictional acquisitions and joint venture agreements. He has additional experience in subsidy control matters.

"James Webber combines strong intellect with excellent attention to detail and a focus on quality."

"I would say he is one of the most practical attorneys we work with. He is very risk-astute, understands the commercial realities and is very sharp on the antitrust rules and framework."

"James Webber is a very strong competition partner who advises on complex matters rapidly, thoroughly and with a practical approach."

"James Webber is good fun to work with and very smart. You just know he has a great practice and is very reliable."

"James Webber is very strong in antitrust and practical in his advice."

Matthew Readings of A&O Shearman often assists clients from the finance and natural resources sectors with the merger clearance and FDI aspects of multi-jurisdictional transactions. He also represents clients in market studies.

"Matthew Readings takes time out to fully understand his clients' unique needs. He is pragmatic, disciplined and, above all else, humble."

"Matthew Readings is a commercially intelligent lawyer with excellent technical skills."

"The thing that sets him apart is his understanding of our business. He understands our business better than some internal people."

"He will see something and be proactive."

"Matthew Readings is an excellent, unflappable antitrust lawyer."

Philip Mansfield has a strong focus on assisting clients with merger clearance mandates, including acting on phase II reviews. He additionally advises clients on CMA investigations into allegations of anti-competitive behaviour.

"Philip Mansfield is an excellent, well-rounded partner."

Dominic Long has a broad competition law practice, assisting clients with issues around subsidy control, behavioural investigations, phase I merger clearance reviews and National Security and Investment Act mandates. He often acts on matters involving the technology, telecoms and energy sectors.

"Dominic Long is simply brilliant. He is so experienced that he is able to break down and explain complex issues and their implications to boards and understand their perspective and wider issues."

"He is seen by all areas of our business as a trusted adviser who is able to translate complicated and esoteric topics into digestible, commercial guidance."

"He is able to provide risk-based advice on the full breadth of competition law. He is calm under pressure and is a real pleasure to work with."

"He provides helpful insight into interpreting legislation practically for us. He is timely in his responses and practical in his advice."

"Dominic Long is very sensible and commercial."