Chambers Review
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Competition: EU - Belgium
What the Team is Known For
Bolstered by strong market support, Cooley makes its debut in the rankings this year. The law firm boasts a multidisciplinary team that wins acclaim for its experience in merger control mandates, including transactions that come under phase II scrutiny. Its practice is particularly acclaimed in the technology and life sciences sectors, cementing its status as a trusted adviser to large multinationals. Cooley is equally equipped to assist clients in EC cartel or abuse of dominance investigations.
Strengths
The team is extremely knowledgeable, practical and detailed.
The firm provides quality advice and good access to partners.
Cooley did a very good job of making sure we got what we needed in a timely fashion.
The team of Cooley is exceptionally strong when it comes to identifying the most efficient way to tackle complex issues, allowing them to provide their client comprehensive advice.
Work Highlights
Cooley advised Condor as a formal intervener in the European Commission's phase II investigation into Lufthansa's proposed acquisition of ITA Airways.
Notable practitioners
Jonas Koponen is a seasoned practitioner with experience acting for defendants on damages actions. He also has experience in pharmaceutical sector merger mandates. He also offers notable experience in handling merger clearance mandates before the Swedish authorities.
Jonas is very knowledgeable.
Jonas Koponen is an extremely strong merger control practitioner.