Dr. Luke Wainscoat Joins The Brattle Group as Principal in Sydney

The Brattle Group has announced the appointment of Dr. Luke Wainscoat as a Principal in its Sydney office, enhancing the firm’s Antitrust & Competition practice. This move, effective as of October 19, 2025, marks a significant addition to Brattle’s team, which is focused on providing expert economic analysis in complex competition and regulatory matters across Australia and New Zealand.

With over two decades of experience in competition economics, Dr. Wainscoat specializes in a range of areas including merger clearance processes, cartel investigations, and the analysis of anticompetitive agreements. He has been recognized by Lexology Index as one of Australia’s leading competition economists. His extensive background includes serving as an economic expert in high-stakes cases in the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Expertise Across Multiple Industries

Dr. Wainscoat’s expertise is not limited to legal matters; he has worked across various sectors including digital platforms, online marketplaces, banking, and pharmaceuticals. His insights extend to providing expert testimony on commercial damages and economic regulation in industries such as electricity, gas, telecommunications, and rail.

Prior to joining The Brattle Group, Dr. Wainscoat spent 14 years as an economist in consulting firms in Sydney. He also gained invaluable experience working at the United Kingdom’s Office of Fair Trading early in his career.

“Luke is an outstanding addition to Brattle’s expanding Sydney office and global antitrust team,” said Torben Voetmann, President and Principal at The Brattle Group. “His extensive experience in competition and regulatory matters enhances our regional capabilities, and his leadership will strengthen the support we provide to clients throughout the Asia-Pacific region and globally.”

Impact of New Competition Policies

Dr. Wainscoat expressed enthusiasm about joining Brattle during a pivotal moment for competition policy in Australia. “With the new merger regime in place and the continuing growth in private antitrust matters, I look forward to providing clients with clear and focused advice for informing high-stakes decisions on competition matters,” he stated.

The Brattle Group is known for addressing complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for a diverse clientele that includes corporations, law firms, and governments worldwide. The firm prides itself on the clarity of its insights and the credibility of its experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. With a team of approximately 500 professionals across four continents, Brattle continues to expand its influence in the field of economic consulting.

For further information about Dr. Wainscoat’s background and expertise, his full bio is available at Brattle’s official website.