Competition Investigations, Cartels & Abuse of Dominance
COPARTNERS specializes in the handling of cartel investigations and related proceedings.
Our track record includes outstanding results in cartel cases, spanning from the initial stages of an investigation by the competition authorities to follow-on proceedings before the courts. In cross-border cartel cases that involve multinational corporations, our firm collaborates closely with renowned international law firms.
We also offer our expertise to clients in cases relating to the use of market power. We assist clients in addressing allegations of abuse of dominance and unilateral conduct, encompassing practices such as setting excessively high or low prices, engaging in discriminatory behavior and unjustifiably refusing to supply customers Our extensive expertise in this field enables us to assist clients in navigating the complexities of compliance with competition law and in protecting their standing in the market.
In this domain, our offerings include:
- Providing guidance to clients on the best defense tactics, which cover commitment and settlement methods, as well as applications for leniency;
- Managing dawn raids, responding to information requests, conducting investigative interviews, and liaising with the case team;
- Engaging in discussions with regulatory bodies about potential penalties and corrective measures;
- Supporting clients in carrying out internal probes to uncover any potential breaches of competition law.