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Competition/Antitrust - Australia
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Band 4
What the team is known for

The K&L Gates competition law practice is prominent in merger control, behavioural enforcement and regulatory issues, acting for significant clients in the construction, financial services, energy and resources, and pharmaceutical sectors, with additional expertise in the agribusiness, shipping and technology spaces. The firm frequently advises international companies and individuals responding to ACCC cartel investigations and prosecutions, including those with concurrent proceedings in other jurisdictions. The team is also increasingly active on behalf of clients seeking ACCC authorisation for legitimate instances of collective conduct. Key clients include ExxonMobil, Sinch and Sigma.

Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates advised Macspred on merger clearance issues from the proposed sale of various agri-varieties to Syngenta.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ayman Guirguis
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Band 3

Ayman Guirguis is based in Sydney and advises across a wide field of competition issues, including merger control and a variety of regulatory matters.

"I have been dealing with Ayman for more than ten years and have followed him between firms due to his deep industry knowledge and quick, commercial and pragmatic advice."

"Ayman is a pleasure to work with. He is deeply knowledgeable and incredibly practical and pragmatic."

"Ayman is very responsive and flexible in terms of delivery of advice."

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Ayman Guirguis
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Band 3