Businesses require to commit an increasing amount of time and attention to competition law and market regulation considerations as markets change, business gain competitive advantages in different ways, and legislators and regulators respond to new challenges.
For businesses pursuing their goals, competition and regulatory compliance in deal making and commercial activities is vital. Consequences of non-compliance are potentially serious, whether regulatory intervention, fines, or private litigation between parties. It is more important than ever that businesses understand their legal position and their options when it comes to competition law.
Competition and regulatory issues can affect large corporations and smaller businesses alike, in all sectors of the economy. MFMac acts on behalf of businesses in the transport, energy & renewables, education, food & drink, life sciences & healthcare, technology, sport, construction and financial services sectors. We also act for regulators and the public sector. We are well placed to advise on how all types of business can navigate competition and regulatory compliance.
We advise on:
- Anticompetitive conduct, abuse of dominance and compliance issues;
- Ensuring compliance in commercial contracts and commercial interactions of all forms;
- Raising and defending litigation on the basis of alleged infringements of competition law, including 'follow-on' litigations arising from regulatory findings of infringement;
- Dawn raids and responding to CMA investigations or engagement; and
- Merger control and regulatory approval.
- Given our full-service capabilities, our corporate, commercial, projects and litigation colleagues work collaboratively to represent our clients and respond to competition issues they face. We have extensive experience representing clients involved in multi-jurisdictional transactions and litigation, and can work alongside their international counsel to achieve their aims.
Please get in touch with our team if you would like to know more.