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Competition: EU - Belgium
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What the team is known for

Some of Arnold & Porter's most impressive work stems from its strong reputation among major life sciences sector companies, which instruct the firm on mergers, abuse of dominance complaints and broader advisory matters relating to the roll-out of new drugs or vaccines. The firm has also acted on phase II EU merger investigations of planned IT sector transactions, working together with lawyers in Washington, DC to coordinate US antitrust filings.

Work Highlights

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  • Arnold & Porter acted for Boston Scientific on the antitrust aspects of its acquisition of M.I. Tech.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Axel Gutermuth
5
Axel Gutermuth
5
Band 5

Axel Gutermuth plays a leading role on high-profile complex merger control mandates in the technology and life sciences sectors. He also regularly advises on competition compliance in commercial agreements and complaints to European authorities. Axel Gutermuth is German law-qualified and assists with merger filings to the Bundeskartellamt, as well as antitrust investigations.

"I thought Axel Gutermuth did a very good job. He is very hard-working, always diligent and available."

"He has been delivering fantastic work."

"He is very strong in merger control matters."

Luc Gyselen
5
Luc Gyselen
5
Band 5

Luc Gyselen is an experienced competition lawyer with a broad practice. His recent work includes advising clients as complainants on abuse of dominance investigations.

"I have always had good experiences with him."

"I am impressed by his deep insight on cutting-edge issues."

Niels Ersbøll
5
Niels Ersbøll
5
Band 5

Niels Ersbøll assists pharmaceutical companies with mergers and with competition law questions concerning the distribution of new products, including vaccines. He has additional experience acting for clients on EC investigations.

"He is very succinct and efficient. He is clearly very experienced and strategic in the way he works. He does not get caught up in unnecessary details and is very pleasant to work with."

"Niels Ersbøll combines deep expertise and insights into competition law with his engagement and interest in knowing our business and specific issues, so as to tailor his advice to our specific needs."

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Axel Gutermuth
5
Axel Gutermuth
5
Band 5
Luc Gyselen
5
Luc Gyselen
5
Band 5
Niels Ersbøll
5
Niels Ersbøll
5
Band 5