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

  • De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek N.V.

    Representing a defendant in the Second Wave Trucks follow on damages claims before the CAT. These coordinated proceedings arise from the EU Commission’s infringement decision against truck manufacturers and form part of wider EU litigation across multiple jurisdictions. The UK claims are case managed together and are expected to conclude in a 12 week trial scheduled for autumn 2026.

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    Advising a Chinese battery manufacturer on the complete closure of its German operations. This includes managing the mass dismissal notification process, securing approval from authorities for employees with special dismissal protection, and representing the company in settlement negotiations and litigation, including unfair dismissal proceedings.

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    Advises a leading vehicle manufacturer on data protection for connected vehicles and robots, including voice assistants and remote diagnostics. Covers data sharing under the EU Data Act, law enforcement access, NIS 2 compliance across jurisdictions, and applicability of the UK PSTI Act.

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    Over the last 9 months advised over 30 clients as they prepared for the new fraud requirements under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act coming into force. Supporting risk assessment, helping with training and policy developments, as well as fine tuning compliance programmes to accommodate the requirements of the new Act.

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    Advised a European battery manufacturer on €2bn fundraising for two France-based projects under the France 2030 plan, prioritising recyclability and sustainability. Drafted and negotiated full supply chain contracts and policy documents to ensure a sustainable end-to-end supply chain aligned with EU energy transition goals.

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    Advised a major automotive manufacturer, on a wide range of commercial agreements including framework agreements, statements of work, NDAs, and service contracts across digital, property, and technology projects under a long-term retainer.

  • Chargemaster Limited

    Advised BP on the large-scale rollout of electric vehicle charging points at retail premises across Northern Ireland.

  • Clarios Advanced Solutions LLC

    Advised Clarios on its investment in Swedish start-up Altris as part of a SEK 150 million Series B1 financing round.

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    Advised a manufacturing company on a series of business M&A transactions in Australia.

  • Verkor

    Assisting Verkor, a battery recycling and raw materials company, in all aspects of their development and construction of their EV battery recycling plant in the north of France.

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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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Pinsent Masons advises Manchester Storm on return to AO Arena

Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons is advising Manchester Storm on its move to the AO Arena, helping secure the UK ice hockey club's return to the arena it last called home in 2002.

Pinsent Masons strengthens IP offering with new patent attorney partner Fred Nicolle in London

Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has appointed Fred Nicolle as a partner in its Intellectual Property (IP) team in London, strengthening the firm's European patents and life sciences offering.

Pinsent Masons strengthens restructuring practice with new partner Mark Wilson

Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons has appointed contentious insolvency Partner Mark Wilson to join its restructuring team in Birmingham.

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