Under Competition Law: One of the most experienced and longest-serving silks at the Competition Bar. He is universally valued by clients, regulators and peers for his advisory capabilities and his vast knowledge of the field. “A real statesman who has provided us with great strategic oversight.” “He’s a great performer.” Chambers UK, 2014
Under EU and Competition Law. “‘A senior statesman of the competition law Bar‘, John Swift QC is noted for his ‘unparalleled ability to offer strategic oversight‘.” Legal 500, 2013
“John Swift QC is “well respected by clients” for his “technical expertise and general user-friendliness,” and garners praise for his long-standing experience in regulatory and competition law. The last year has witnessed his continued involvement in several high-profile cases, and saw him acting as lead counsel for Ryanair in its appeal against a decision taken by the OFT regarding the airline’s shareholding in Aer Lingus.” Chambers UK, 2013
John Swift QC is a recommended leading silk in EU and Competition Law. Legal 500, 2012
“Fully committed performer is the “user-friendly” John Swift QC, who “is enjoyable to work with and, as a former regulator, offers extremely valuable insights into matters that others don’t.” “Not afraid to get stuck in,” he is much appreciated by quality solicitors. Recently, Swift acted for the Competition Commission in a dispute concerning the proposed merger of Sports Direct and JJB.” – Chambers UK, 2012
EU & Competition Law recommends silk John Swift QC “who is ‘practical and friendly, with excellent capabilities’.” Legal 500, 2011
“”An engaging style and skilled command of the law” mark out John Swift QC, a lawyer who gives “swift, comprehensible advice.” His recent highlights include advising the Competition Commission in the Court of Appeal dispute concerning Sky and Virgin. Competition/European Law” – Chambers UK, 2011
Under EU and Competition the Legal 500, 2010 states that John Swift QC who is “hugely pragmatic, tremendous gravitas and excellent on his feet, successfully appeared for the Competition Commission in the Court of Appeal case BSkyB v Competition Commission”.
“John Swift QC is “a totally unpompous lawyer who just gets stuck in.” He focuses on competition law and utilities regulation and has recently represented Ryanair in connection with a number of state aid and competition issues. Swift has many years’ experience under his belt.” – Chambers UK, 2010
Legal 500, 2009 “on the European law side, John Swift QC taken up the cudgels for Ryanair in disputes against the European Commission and Aer Lingus.”
Under Competition and EU law, Chambers UK, 2009 states ““If you want someone to stand up for your client, John Swift QC is the man for the job.” Hailed as “user-friendly, charismatic and extremely dedicated,” he has had a busy year, representing Tesco in the Competition Commission inquiry into the groceries market and handling myriad other matters.”
