She provides expert counsel on all aspects of South African and African competition law, with a particular focus on:

·  Antitrust and competition matters: Nicola offers strategic guidance in complex cases involving cartel investigations, abuse of dominance, and merger investigations.

·  High-Profile litigation and arbitration: She has represented clients in significant cases, including acting for leniency applicants, third-party interveners, and those involved in antitrust litigation and arbitration.

·  Merger control: Nicola advises clients on competition law considerations for proposed transactions, including risk analysis, merger agreement negotiations, due diligence, and engagements with competition authorities in South Africa and other African jurisdictions.

·  E-commerce strategies: She helps businesses navigate the evolving digital landscape, providing expert advice on competition law compliance in the online world.

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A strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail

Nicola possesses a rare combination of strategic thinking and meticulous attention to detail. She excels at uncovering critical information and developing innovative solutions that deliver results for her clients. This discerning perspective is invaluable in her work on cartel investigations, commercial strategies, and white-collar crime investigations.

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Bridging the gap between law and business

Nicola understands that legal advice must be practical and aligned with her clients' business objectives. She takes the time to understand their operations and imperatives, enabling her to provide tailored solutions that balance compliance with strategic goals. This commitment to practical solutions is evident in her bespoke competition law training programs, designed to enhance compliance across all levels of an organization.

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A leader in the field

Nicola's expertise has earned her consistent recognition in the Best Lawyers in South Africa™ for Competition Law/Antitrust, and she has been continually recommended by Lexology Index in the category of Competition Future Leaders – Partners. She is also an active member of W@Competition, and the founder and a Board member of the South African chapter, W@CompetitionZA.

 

With her deep understanding of competition law, her commitment to client success, and her passion for innovation, Nicola is a trusted advisor and a driving force in shaping the future of competition law in South Africa and beyond.

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Short courses in:

·  Data: Law, Policy and Regulation (London School of Economics and Political Science)

·  Commercial and Contract Law (University of Cape Town)

·  Competition Law: The South African Experience (University of Cape Town)

·  Post-graduate Certificate in Competition Law (University of the Witwatersrand)