Vinson & Elkins Expands Global Antitrust Reach with Brussels Office Launch

By Daniella Parra

Vinson & Elkins said it opened its first continental European office in Brussels, led by antitrust partner May Lyn Yuen strengthening the firm’s ability to handle complex cross-border competition matters, including merger control, antitrust investigations and regulatory issues.

“May Lyn is highly recommended by some of our top clients and also highly endorsed by our partners who have worked with her in the past,” said Partner Hill Wellford, co-head of the Vinson & Elkins’ Antitrust group. “Her deep experience and collaborative approach strengthen our ability to deliver practical, strategic counsel to clients facing complex competition issues, including major transactions and European Commission investigations of market conduct.”

Ms. Yuen, formerly of Hogan Lovells, brings extensive international experience and will help build the firm’s European presence alongside its London office, the firm said. The Brussels location—near the European Commission—positions the firm at the center of EU competition law enforcement.