Baker & McKenzie LLP
09/08/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/08/2025 01:47
Baker McKenzie Advises Unilever on Acquisition of Dr. Squatch
Leading global law firm Baker McKenzie has acted as global regulatory counsel on Unilever's acquisition of men's personal care brand Dr. Squatch from growth equity firm Summit Partners.
With its distinctive brand, natural, high-performance personal care product range, and strong direct-to-consumer model, the acquisition of Dr. Squatch further complements Unilever's drive to expand its portfolio towards premium and high growth spaces.
The cross-border Baker McKenzie team was led by Global Antitrust Chair, Creighton Macy (Washington DC), working closely with Antitrust & Competition Partner Anthony Gamble (London).
Other valuable support came from: Mark Weiss, Marisa Dieken, Evan Harris, Carmen Gillis and Kayleigh Golish.
Baker McKenzie's globally leading Antitrust & Competition Practice is one of the largest in the world with more than 300 practitioners across 60 offices and 43 countries. Consistently recognized as a global leader, the group handles a broad spectrum of complex competition law matters, including antitrust litigation, antitrust agency investigations, criminal and civil enforcement cases, and merger clearance matters. The team also regularly provides antitrust compliance guidance and training for clients.
With its distinctive brand, natural, high-performance personal care product range, and strong direct-to-consumer model, the acquisition of Dr. Squatch further complements Unilever's drive to expand its portfolio towards premium and high growth spaces.
The cross-border Baker McKenzie team was led by Global Antitrust Chair, Creighton Macy (Washington DC), working closely with Antitrust & Competition Partner Anthony Gamble (London).
Other valuable support came from: Mark Weiss, Marisa Dieken, Evan Harris, Carmen Gillis and Kayleigh Golish.
Baker McKenzie's globally leading Antitrust & Competition Practice is one of the largest in the world with more than 300 practitioners across 60 offices and 43 countries. Consistently recognized as a global leader, the group handles a broad spectrum of complex competition law matters, including antitrust litigation, antitrust agency investigations, criminal and civil enforcement cases, and merger clearance matters. The team also regularly provides antitrust compliance guidance and training for clients.
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