BRG strengthens Economics practice in London with Martin Duckworth
Global consulting firm Berkeley Research Group (BRG) has welcomed Martin Duckworth to its UK team.
Appointed a managing director in the Antitrust & Competition practice in London, Duckworth brings deep knowledge of regulation and competition policy with an emphasis on telecommunications.
Over three decades in the industry, he has advised operators, regulators and governments across jurisdictions on economic regulation, merger control, disputes and abuse of dominance. He has acted as a testifying expert for appeals of regulatory decisions and in disputes cases, including the landmark Justin Le Patourel versus BT Group case, the first ‘opt-out’ trial of its kind in the UK, alongside David Parker from BRG (a leader in London).
Duckworth’s career spans the UK and Europe. He spent a significant period of his career in Brussels and across Europe advising leading market participants in Phase 2 merger proceedings and specialised in efficiency arguments.
“I’m excited to join BRG’s growing Antitrust & Competition business in Europe,” said Duckworth, “The firm’s dynamic culture, coupled with its multidisciplinary approach, made it the obvious platform for the next stage of my career. I look forward to working with the team on some of the most significant matters across jurisdictions in telecoms, media, technology and related sectors”.
Parker added, “I am delighted to work with Martin once again. We have collaborated closely on some of the most high-profile and complex competition matters in the UK, and his depth of experience in M&A, economic regulation, litigation and telecommunications will be an outstanding addition to our growing London team. His approach, intellectual rigour and collaborative style make him a natural fit for BRG’s culture and for the way we work with clients.”
David Sunding, Vice Chairman at BRG, stated: “Martin’s arrival is a strong strategic addition to our Antitrust & Competition practice. His specialist insight directly enhances our proposition for clients in dynamic and highly regulated sectors as they navigate evolving regulatory and commercial pressures across EMEA and beyond. Martin’s deep market understanding will be instrumental in ensuring we provide the support clients require as their needs continue to evolve.”
Headquartered in the US, BRG has over 1,600 professionals operating in more than 40 offices across six continents. The firm’s Economics practice is among the leading players in the industry.
