Dr. Luke Wainscoat Joins Brattle Group as Principal Economist

The Brattle Group has appointed Dr. Luke Wainscoat as a Principal in its Antitrust & Competition practice in Sydney, significantly enhancing the firm’s capabilities in competition economics. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Wainscoat specializes in complex competition, regulatory issues, and damages matters across Australia and New Zealand.

Recognized as one of Australia’s leading competition economists by the Lexology Index, Dr. Wainscoat’s expertise includes merger clearance, cartel investigations, anticompetitive agreements, and the misuse of market power. His extensive background encompasses high-profile cases, such as the recent Apple v. Epic litigation, and he has served as an economic expert in both the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Enhancing Regional Expertise

According to Torben Voetmann, President and Principal at Brattle, “Luke is an outstanding addition to Brattle’s expanding Sydney office and global antitrust team.” His arrival is expected to strengthen the firm’s support for clients throughout the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, particularly in light of the evolving competition landscape.

Dr. Wainscoat brings a wealth of experience from various industries, including digital platforms, online marketplaces, banking, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. His insights are invaluable, particularly as he has also provided expert testimony on issues related to commercial damages and economic regulation in sectors such as electricity, gas, and rail.

A Vision for the Future

Expressing his enthusiasm for joining Brattle, Dr. Wainscoat stated, “I am thrilled to join Brattle at an exciting time for the firm and for competition policy in Australia.” He highlighted the significance of the new merger regime and the ongoing growth in private antitrust matters, emphasizing his commitment to offering clear and focused advice to clients faced with high-stakes competition decisions.

Prior to joining The Brattle Group, Dr. Wainscoat spent 14 years as an economist in various consultancies in Sydney. Earlier in his career, he worked at the United Kingdom’s Office of Fair Trading, where he honed his expertise in competition policy.

The Brattle Group, known for addressing complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions, boasts a team of 500 professionals across four continents. Their insights are distinguished by their clarity and the credibility of their experts, which includes leading academics and industry specialists. For more information about Dr. Wainscoat, his full bio is available on Brattle’s official website.