Jason Newall
Partner
Cartels & Illegal Price Fixing
Allegations of cartel behaviour, price fixing, market sharing, bid rigging or unlawful information exchange can pose serious risks to any business. With the possibility of multimillion pound fines, criminal prosecution, director disqualification and devastating reputational harm, early specialist advice is essential.
Our Competition & Regulatory Team can provide clear, strategic guidance for businesses, directors and senior employees, helping you respond quickly, protect your position and achieve the most favourable outcome.
How we help
Our lawyers act for businesses, directors, and professionals in cartel and price-fixing probes across the Competition and Markets Authority and the Serious Fraud Office.
Rapid response to investigations
We advise clients facing investigations and dawn raids by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and other regulators. We can manage onsite inspections, protect legal privilege, guide staff and reduce disruption.
Defence against cartel allegations
We represent clients accused of price fixing, bid rigging, market sharing, or exchanging commercially sensitive information. We help shape the investigation, challenge evidence and work proactively to narrow or resolve allegations.
Leniency & immunity
Where appropriate, we advise on confidential leniency or immunity applications that can significantly reduce penalties or protect individuals from prosecution.
Protecting individuals
We support directors and senior managers facing personal exposure, including criminal investigation or director disqualification proceedings.
Speak to a member of our team
Our team support you to navigate complexity, seize opportunity and move forward with legal clarity.
Contact our Specialists
Get strategic advice from a team that knows how to protect and grow your business. Please complete our enquiry form and one of our experts will contact you by the next working day.
Alternatively, you can call us now.
Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm (Excluding Public Holidays).
0370 1500 100
Why choose Irwin Mitchell?
- Specialists in complex UK competition law and CMA enforcement.
- Trusted advisers to national and international businesses across a wide range of sectors.
- Clear, commercial advice focused on protecting your business and your people.
- Discreet support for sensitive and highstakes investigations.
- Integrated team covering regulatory, criminal, corporate, disputes, employment and reputation management.
Making an enquiry
We have several ways you can contact us, either by completing our online contact form, by phone, or using our live chat. If you start your journey online, here are the first steps to working together.
Complete our online formWe need a few details to understand your situation and the kind of support you need.
We’ll contact you by phoneOn the call our experts will ask you a few more questions to make sure we connect you with the right legal advice from our team.
We arrange a full appointmentIf we're able to support you further, the next step is an appointment with one of our specialists so we can discuss everything in more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some the questions we're frequently asked about cartel and illegal price fixing.Our commitment to you
Our experts always start by listening, so we understand what matters most from day one.- 01Clear legal guidance
You will always get straightforward, honest advice, with regular updates to keep you clear on the way forward.
- 02Specialist knowledge
A wide-ranging team of trusted specialists who understand what it takes to protect your future, your family or your business.
- 03Your needs first
Whether you’re navigating complex personal situations or business decisions, we take the time to understand your world and what’s at stake.
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