CLIFFORD CHANCE
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 FC, Liverpool FC, Arsenal FC, Tottenham Hotspur FC
Elite Competitions & Initiatives: European Super League
Motorsport & Racing: Mercedes F1
Governing Bodies & Sporting Foundations: International Paralympic Committee, Invictus Games Foundation
Work Highlights
FIFA Agent Regulations Arbitration: Represented a consortium of international football agencies in arbitration proceedings against FIFA and The FA, challenging the implementation of the FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR).
Premier League Clubs’ Covid-19 Claims: Acted for eight Premier League clubs in pursuing business interruption insurance claims for losses suffered during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Manchester City Financial Compliance Case: Successfully defended Manchester City FC in proceedings related to a Premier League investigation into the club’s compliance with financial regulations.
Application Deadlines
Training Contract: 20 November 2024