Dr. Luke Wainscoat Joins Brattle Group to Enhance Antitrust Expertise

The Brattle Group has appointed Dr. Luke Wainscoat as a Principal in its Sydney office, significantly bolstering its Antitrust & Competition practice. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Wainscoat specializes in advising clients on intricate competition, regulatory, and damages matters throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Recognized as one of Australia’s leading competition economists by Lexology Index, Dr. Wainscoat brings a wealth of expertise in areas such as merger clearance processes, cartel investigations, and anticompetitive agreements. His extensive experience includes serving as an economic expert in the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of Victoria, where he has participated in high-profile cases, including the recent Apple v. Epic litigation.

Strengthening Regional Capabilities

According to Torben Voetmann, President and Principal at Brattle, “Luke is an outstanding addition to Brattle’s expanding Sydney office and global antitrust team. His extensive experience in competition and regulatory matters across Australia and New Zealand enhances our regional capabilities.” Voetmann emphasized that Dr. Wainscoat’s insights will improve the support provided to clients in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

Dr. Wainscoat’s background spans a diverse range of industries, including digital platforms, online marketplaces, advertising, banking, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. His expertise is not limited to competition matters; he has also provided expert testimony on commercial damages and issues related to economic regulation in sectors like electricity, gas, telecommunications, and rail.

Looking Ahead in Competition Policy

“I am thrilled to join Brattle at an exciting time for the firm and for competition policy in Australia,” said Dr. Wainscoat. “With the new merger regime in place, and the continuing growth in private antitrust matters, I look forward to providing clients with clear and focused advice for informing high-stakes decisions on competition matters.”

Before joining Brattle, Dr. Wainscoat spent 14 years as an economist in consultancies in Sydney. Earlier in his career, he worked for the United Kingdom’s Office of Fair Trading, where he gained valuable insights into regulatory frameworks and competition policy.

The Brattle Group, founded to address complex economic, financial, and regulatory questions, has established itself as a trusted partner for corporations, law firms, and governments worldwide. The firm prides itself on delivering clear insights and credible expertise, boasting a team of over 500 professionals across four continents.

For further information about Dr. Wainscoat, his full biography is available on the Brattle Group’s official website.