Selling Points

World-Class M&A Expertise: Clifford Chance boasts a market-leading global M&A team, having advised on groundbreaking transactions such as the $69 billion SABIC-Aramco deal—the largest M&A transaction in Middle Eastern history.
Commitment to Innovation: Through initiatives like its global innovation lab, Create+65, Clifford Chance remains at the forefront of legal tech, supporting cutting-edge solutions for clients.
Sustainability Leadership: A market leader in energy law, the firm advised on the world’s largest solar power project financing, reinforcing its dedication to addressing climate change.
CSR Impact: With a strong focus on corporate social responsibility, employees contributed over 74,600 hours of pro bono advice last year, demonstrating the firm’s commitment to meaningful global change.

Key Clients

Premier League Football Clubs: Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, Leicester City, Aston Villa, West Ham United
European Super League
Mercedes F1
International Paralympic Committee & Invictus Games Foundation

Work Highlights

Represented a consortium of international football agencies in arbitration proceedings against FIFA and the Football Association, challenging the implementation of the FIFA Football Agent Regulations ("FFAR").
Acted for eight Premier League football clubs in claims under their business interruption insurance policies for losses arising from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Successfully defended Manchester City FC in proceedings related to a Premier League investigation into compliance with its financial rules.

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