Competition Law
Sometimes the law puts additional burdens on those who have been successful in their business and eclipse their competitors. Obtaining quality advice on Competition Law is of cardinal importance for such businesses.
Competition law—often referred to as antitrust law in some jurisdictions—regulates market behaviour relating to cartels, abuse of dominant positions, merger control, and unfair competitive practices.
In the European context, it is primarily governed by Articles 101 and 102 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), alongside national enforcement by authorities such as the Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).
Scope of Competition Law Services
Ottoman Legal Group offers comprehensive legal support across the full spectrum of competition law matters, including:
1. Cartel and Anti-Competitive Agreements
Advising businesses on compliance with rules prohibiting price-fixing, market sharing, bid rigging, and other collusive practices. The firm assists in internal audits, risk assessments, and leniency applications where violations may have occurred.
2. Abuse of Dominant Position
Guidance on conduct by dominant firms, including pricing strategies, exclusivity arrangements, refusal to supply, and potential predatory practices, ensuring alignment with EU and national competition rules.
3. Merger Control and Notifications
Assistance with merger filings, competition impact assessments, and regulatory approvals. The firm supports clients through engagement with authorities such as the European Commission and ACM during merger reviews.
4. Compliance Programs and Training
Development of tailored compliance frameworks to mitigate competition law risks, including employee training, policy drafting, and ongoing monitoring systems.
5. Investigations and Enforcement Proceedings
Representation in investigations conducted by competition authorities, including responses to information requests, dawn raids, and formal proceedings. The firm also defends clients in administrative and judicial appeals.
6. Distribution and Vertical Agreements
Advising on distribution networks, franchising, and supplier agreements to ensure compliance with vertical restraints regulations, including exclusive distribution and selective distribution systems.
Strategic Legal Approach
Ottoman Legal Group emphasizes a preventive and strategic approach to competition law. By combining regulatory insight with commercial understanding, the firm helps clients reduce legal exposure while maintaining competitive flexibility in the market.
The firm’s services are particularly relevant for multinational corporations, SMEs operating across EU markets, and businesses undergoing restructuring, expansion, or mergers and acquisitions.
