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Merger Control and FDI

We recognise the importance of mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures to our clients and deliver expert advice in relation to all competition aspects of such transactions.

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A leading practice

We “have an incredibly versatile and broad competition law practice covering a much wider range of areas than most other City firms.” Legal 500

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MergeAware

Our innovative online solution to manage the full range of merger notification processes, from single-jurisdiction filings, to complex multi-jurisdictional procedures

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Global network

We advise on the application of national security and foreign investment regimes across our network of offices and have a global network of trusted counsel in other jurisdictions

We act on complex cross-border transactions requiring a strategic and coordinated approach to multi-jurisdictional merger control, including a national security and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) control review. We can support you on:

  • structuring your transaction with regard to merger control, FDI and national security issues including assessing their application and the considerations to take;
  • the application of the merger control, FDI and national security rules to joint ventures;
  • the interaction of merger control, FDI and national security rules and public company listing rules (where relevant);
  • reviewing internal documents relevant to the assessment, and efficiently managing the regulatory review process. 

 

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Our latest work

Our advisers act on domestic and international projects of all shapes and sizes, working with many of the leading names in the market. Browse our experience below, or use the filters to look-up recent work in particular geographies and industry sectors.

    Our expertise, at your disposal

    With over 490 partners and 3000 people around the world, we are well-placed to support you across a full range of legal and advisory services.

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    A leading practice

    We “have an incredibly versatile and broad competition law practice covering a much wider range of areas than most other City firms.” Legal 500

    298592 - Icons_

    MergeAware

    Our innovative online solution to manage the full range of merger notification processes, from single-jurisdiction filings, to complex multi-jurisdictional procedures

    298592 - Icons_

    Global network

    We advise on the application of national security and foreign investment regimes across our network of offices and have a global network of trusted counsel in other jurisdictions

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    Pinsent Masons advises Elphinstone Group on takeover bid

    Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has advised Australian heavy machinery manufacturer Elphinstone Group on its proposed takeover bid for Engenco Limited, a provider of sustainable transportation products.

    Pinsent Masons builds on Middle East presence with new Saudi Arabia office

    Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons announces the establishment of Pinsent Masons Saudi Arabia Law Firm LLPC, based in Riyadh, commencing operations on 1 March 2025.

    Pinsent Masons advises Fintech Asia Limited on reverse takeover

    Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has advised Fintech Asia Limited, a publicly listed company on the mainboard of the London Stock Exchange, in a reverse takeover of ICFG Pte. Ltd.

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