Merger Control Basics 2010

We are very pleased to announce the release of the World Law Group (“WLG”) Merger Control Basics 2010. This booklet provides information on merger control filing thresholds and merger control deadlines in 53 jurisdictions worldwide. It therefore provides information on two of the most important questions related to the preparation of multi-jurisdictional merger control filings.This booklet also reflects the significant success and close cooperation experienced by WLG member firms in working together on multi-jurisdictional projects.

This booklet was produced by the members of the WLG Antitrust & Competition Practice Group. It covers countries where WLG member firms are based, where they have offices or where they work together with associated law firms. All information provided in this booklet is up to date as of 31 March 2010 unless stated otherwise.