Bio

Widely recognized as one of Germany’s leading antitrust lawyers, Michael Esser advises clients on German and European competition matters ranging from complex merger clearances to global cartel investigations and litigation. Mr. Esser draws on more than two decades of experience at the forefront of high-profile antitrust procedures to deliver favorable outcomes for prominent German, European, and international companies, with a focus on the technology, fintech, telecommunications, and e-commerce sectors. Regardless of the matter at hand, Mr. Esser harnesses his sophisticated technical knowledge and strong agency relationships to resolve issues involving antitrust enforcers and courts worldwide.