Competition Law
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 6
Chambers Review
Euclid Law has a broad competition law practice covering merger clearance filings, foreign direct investment notifications, the compliance of distribution agreements and behavioural investigations by the CMA and other regulatory authorities. The team often collaborates with the law firm's office in Brussels on multinational matters. The law firm also has experience with National Security and Investment Act mandates.
Work Highlights
- Euclid advised Copart on the phase II unconditional clearance of its acquisition of Hills Motors.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Everyone I have dealt with has been technically strong and knowledgeable."
"The team has been able to deploy a breadth and depth of expertise that have been very valuable."
"Euclid is excellent at handling complex matters. The team is responsive, proactive and offers creative solutions."
"They always reply in a timely manner and their recommendations are as comprehensive as possible."
"Euclid is made up of very smart and clever people who are fully dedicated to their work and their clients."
"Everyone I have dealt with has been technically strong and knowledgeable."
"The team has been able to deploy a breadth and depth of expertise that have been very valuable."
"Euclid is excellent at handling complex matters. The team is responsive, proactive and offers creative solutions."
"They always reply in a timely manner and their recommendations are as comprehensive as possible."
"Euclid is made up of very smart and clever people who are fully dedicated to their work and their clients."
Notable Practitioners
Oliver Bretz of Euclid Law represents clients in CMA cartel investigations as well as advising on the UK merger clearance aspects of multi-jurisdictional transactions. His practice also extends to CMA market reviews, DMA advice and competition compliance mandates.
"Oliver Bretz is commercial, concise, pragmatic and user-friendly."
"He is very knowledgeable, pragmatic and commercial. He is also a pleasure to work with and is always available when needed."
"Oliver Bretz is an expert guide who can translate complex concepts into actionable, risk-based decisions for clients."
"He is very good at how he delivers advice and he has excellent experience."
"I have rarely met such a competent and kind person."