Clifford Chance LLP is one of the world’s leading law firms, with a significant presence across five continents and a robust reputation in the legal and regulatory sectors. Headquartered in London, the firm operates a major EU office in Brussels, positioning itself at the heart of European policy-making. Clifford Chance’s EU Public Policy practice is recognized for its expertise in navigating the complex political, regulatory, and legal environment of the European Union. The firm’s clients include multinational corporations, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organizations, reflecting its broad sectoral reach.
Since registering with the EU Transparency Register in September 2021, Clifford Chance has focused its lobbying activities on key EU policy areas such as competition policy, foreign subsidies regulation, energy regulatory frameworks, hydrogen strategy, cybersecurity, the digital single market, financial services regulation, sustainable finance, corporate governance, FDI screening, and anti-money laundering. The firm’s Brussels office is a hub for its EU-related work, leveraging its in-depth understanding of the legislative process and close working relationships with EU institutions.
Clifford Chance’s approach to lobbying is characterized by a combination of legal and policy expertise, enabling it to provide comprehensive advice and advocacy for its clients. The firm regularly submits comments to European Commission consultations and is actively engaged in public policy events, think tanks, and multilateral trade negotiations. Its team includes lawyers and consultants with deep experience in EU law and regulatory matters, ensuring that clients’ interests are effectively represented at the highest levels of EU decision-making.
The firm’s lobbying activities are transparent and compliant with EU regulations, with declared annual lobbying costs and a clear breakdown of its lobbying team. Clifford Chance’s engagement with EU structures and platforms, as well as its participation in high-level meetings, underscores its commitment to influencing policy in a responsible and ethical manner
