Competition Law
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 3
Contact number
(020) 7296 2000Chambers Review
Hogan Lovells has a broad competition law practice that includes advising clients on merger notifications to the CMA and representing them in investigations into alleged breaches of competition law. The firm is also active in competition litigation matters, representing defendants in follow-on damages claims and collective actions. Team members have further experience of handling mandates under the new UK subsidy control regime.
Work Highlights
- Hogan Lovells represented On the Beach in a claim for abuse of dominance against Ryanair.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"I can say that the team has been very impressive."
"The team has good legal knowledge and experience."
"The lawyers are grounded and knowledgeable in the area."
"I can say that the team has been very impressive."
"The team has good legal knowledge and experience."
"The lawyers are grounded and knowledgeable in the area."
Notable Practitioners
Nicholas Heaton often defends clients in follow-on damages claims and class actions. He also has experience acting for plaintiffs on disputes around subsidies.
"He is really analytical, has incredibly good judgement and it is a joy to work with him."
"His knowledge of economics is very impressive."
"He really understands everything, even the difficult concepts, and can explain them in a nice way."
Suyong Kim often assists clients with obtaining merger clearance from the CMA.
"She is very responsive."
Christopher Hutton represents clients in litigation concerning potential abuses of dominance or cartel involvement, as well as in subsequent damages claims. He frequently acts for clients from the financial sector.
"Chris Hutton is a great guy to work with, he's a very calming influence when things are heated but also steely and sensible."
Angus Coulter advises clients on anti-competitive behaviour and restrictive covenants, as well as assisting with phase I merger clearance reviews. In addition, he assists clients with competition compliance issues.
Ciara Kennedy-Loest leads the firm's procurement team and is one of the leading authorities on state aid. She regularly litigates high-value cases before UK and EU courts.