Competition/Antitrust (International & Cross-Border)

Long-term, concerted international expansion from its US base has enabled Cleary Gottlieb to become one of the most globally recognised brands in numerous areas of international law. The law firm's broad office network incorporates established teams stationed across key financial and political centres in the USA, Europe, South-East Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.

Cleary Gottlieb is recognised as a distinguished antitrust firm which provides a robust global platform, combining deep roots in the Washington, DC market with renowned competition teams across Europe, and is particularly noted for its strength in Brussels. The US antitrust team demonstrates international coordination and project management capabilities within its own network as well as with parties from multiple jurisdictions. The team is regularly sought out for its corporate expertise on merger control issues as well as defending clients against cartel allegations. Cleary Gottlieb is a top choice for major US clients from the technology, financial services and automotive industries requiring transatlantic expertise.

"The team provides top-notch advice that is always thoughtful, strategic and practical."

"The firm has a very strong understanding of clients' businesses, which creates significant value in M&A and counselling matters."

"The firm's international presence and depth is very valuable and their ability to facilitate a global approach while advising on local nuances is top-tier."

Heather Nyong'o acts for a wide array of clients in the oil and gas, financial and pharmaceutical spheres in both criminal investigations and merger clearance. "Heather is extremely well versed in her area of law, she is somebody whose judgement we can trust in high-stakes matters." "Heather's advice is phenomenal; she is responsive, knowledgeable and practical." "Heather is extremely committed, tenacious and extremely diligent."

Jeremy Calsyn is accomplished in criminal antitrust litigation, particularly cases concerning price-fixing investigations. He is well known for his work on behalf of automotive parts suppliers. "Jeremy Calsyn is a strategic partner, highly responsive and personable. A subject matter expert in antitrust." "He has an ability to give you practical solutions to very complex problems." "Jeremy Calsyn is a great combination of building great client relationships and understanding their business."

Brussels-based Christopher Cook remains a popular choice for international and US antitrust advice. He is also admitted to the Washington, DC Bar.

Cunzhen Huang is well-versed in handling an array of antitrust matters on behalf of a variety of clients in the China region.

Mark Leddy is commended for his representation of a broad array of prominent clients in competition disputes. His previous DOJ experience bolsters his ability to handle governmental merger reviews.

Admitted to both the DC and Illinois Bars, Patrick Bock is a stellar choice for US antitrust disputes. He advises clients from the firm's Brussels office.