Compliance and Counselling
There has been a dramatic shift in antitrust and competition law in recent years. Antitrust law is becoming more contentious and the penalties are becoming potentially huge.
Having an successful compliance policy is vital to the prevention of anti-competitive conduct by employees. Implementing such a policy goes beyond the publication of a list of do's and don'ts. It also includes education of staff, regular updating and communication of applicable standards and procedures, periodic compliance trainings and certifications, dawn raid simulations and internal audits.
We help companies to develop sound risk management strategies and to adopt and implement effective compliance policies. This includes formulating and updating guidelines, giving staff presentations and training and performing simulations. We also assist our clients in conducting in-depth audits if anti-competitive conduct is suspected or as part of a due diligence process.
Given the continuing proliferation of national antitrust regimes, the increasing number of authorities actively pursuing antitrust cases and the growing magnitude of antitrust penalties, internationally operating companies should ensure that their compliance efforts meet the highest standards. Our global presence and local expertise enable us to offer clients first rate assistance in developing local and cross-border compliance programmes.
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Publications: 13 March 2024
Sustainability and antitrust weave a regulatory patchwork
Sustainability continues to be high on the agenda of various antitrust authorities, who have been considering the best way to ensure that antitrust laws do not prevent collaboration between businesses…
Publications: 13 March 2024
Dawn raids bounce back, international cooperation flourishes
2023 saw a continued surge in the number of dawn raids conducted by antitrust authorities across the globe, continuing the trend reported in 2022. After an unsurprising lack of raids during the height…
Publications: 13 March 2024
Immunity and leniency pipeline continues general decline
Overall, the number of immunity/leniency cases decided in 2023 (19) was broadly in line with 2022 (18), although lower than both 2021 (32) and 2020 (31). The costs and uncertainty associated with…
Publications: 07 March 2024
Taxonomies – why the world needs harmonisation but not uniformity
Taxonomies will play a critical role in channelling investment towards sustainable activities. But while alignment between frameworks is critical, a one-size-fits-all approach can never be effective.
Recognition
Depth of expertise and skill, particularly for international companies operating in multiple jurisdictions.
Chambers Global 2018 (Competition/Antitrust)
Has a solid network, so their approach to cross-border matters is very strong.
Chambers Global 2018 (Competition/Antitrust)
The lawyers work with colleagues across Europe to keep us compliant with competition regulations.
Chambers Europe 2018 (Competition/Antitrust)
The team handles cross-border matters well, knowing that they need to manage different approaches in different jurisdictions.
Chambers Europe 2018 (Competition/Antitrust)
The network is something we appreciate; they work well as one team across borders.
Chambers Europe 2018 (Competition/Antitrust)