Competition Laws

“Navigating the complexities of competition law to ensure robust compliance, promote fair market practices, and drive sustainable growth in an ever-evolving business landscape.”

Competition law has emerged as a critical pillar of India’s transforming business landscape, shaped by rapidly evolving market dynamics, technological innovation, and heightened global integration. With the regulatory framework becoming increasingly complex and the government’s approach to enforcing competition norms more assertive, it is essential for businesses to not only ensure compliance but also adopt proactive strategies to mitigate legal risks and capitalise on the changing landscape. Scrutiny over mergers and acquisitions, coupled with new issues surrounding market dominance, particularly in the digital realm, makes it imperative for organisations to stay ahead of the curve.

At Allied Law Practices, we provide expert legal counsel to help clients navigate this intricate landscape, ensuring they are well-equipped to respond to regulatory changes and emerge resilient in a fiercely competitive market. Through our comprehensive approach, we empower businesses to foster fair competition while safeguarding their growth and success in an increasingly complex global economy.

Service lines
Anti-competitive Agreements and Cartel Investigations
  • Advising and defending clients on anti-competitive practices such as price-fixing, bid-rigging, and market allocation agreements.
  • Representation before the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in cartel investigations and enforcement actions.
Merger and Acquisition Clearances
  • Providing guidance and legal support for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures requiring CCI approval.
  • Filing and defending notifications for approval of combinations and ensuring compliance with the Competition Act, 2002.
Abuse of Dominant Position
  • Advising clients on potential abuse of dominance issues, including exclusive agreements, refusal to deal, and predatory pricing.
  • Defending clients against allegations of anti-competitive conduct and abuse of market power before regulatory authorities.
Competition Litigation
  • Representing clients in competition-related disputes, including private claims for damages arising from anti-competitive behavior.
  • Litigation before the CCI, National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), and courts for matters related to anti-competitive practices.
Compliance and Risk Management
  • Designing and implementing competition law compliance programs to mitigate risks associated with anti-competitive behavior.
  • Conducting internal investigations and audits to ensure compliance with competition laws.
Competition Advocacy and Regulatory Matters
  • Providing expert legal advice on the latest developments in competition law, including amendments and jurisprudence.
  • Offering advocacy support for clients seeking to influence regulatory policy and enforcement practices in the competition space.
Sector-specific Competition Advisory
  • Advising clients in regulated industries (such as telecom, pharmaceuticals, energy, and healthcare) on sector-specific competition law concerns.
  • Offering tailored solutions for addressing market concentration and anti-competitive behavior within sector-specific frameworks.
State Aid and Public Procurement
  • Advising clients on issues related to state aid, public procurement, and the compatibility of government support with competition law principles.
  • Representation in disputes regarding government subsidies and unfair advantages in the market.
Cross-border Competition Issues
  • Assisting in handling cross-border competition law issues and coordinating multi-jurisdictional filings in cases of international mergers or cartel investigations.
  • Advising on compliance with global competition laws and regulations, including the European Union and U.S. competition regimes.
Anti-competitive Agreements and Cartel Investigations
  • Advising and defending clients on anti-competitive practices such as price-fixing, bid-rigging, and market allocation agreements.
  • Representation before the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in cartel investigations and enforcement actions.
Merger and Acquisition Clearances
  • Providing guidance and legal support for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures requiring CCI approval.
  • Filing and defending notifications for approval of combinations and ensuring compliance with the Competition Act, 2002.
Abuse of Dominant Position
  • Advising clients on potential abuse of dominance issues, including exclusive agreements, refusal to deal, and predatory pricing.
  • Defending clients against allegations of anti-competitive conduct and abuse of market power before regulatory authorities.
Competition Litigation
  • Representing clients in competition-related disputes, including private claims for damages arising from anti-competitive behavior.
  • Litigation before the CCI, National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), and courts for matters related to anti-competitive practices.
Compliance and Risk Management
  • Designing and implementing competition law compliance programs to mitigate risks associated with anti-competitive behavior.
  • Conducting internal investigations and audits to ensure compliance with competition laws.
Competition Advocacy and Regulatory Matters
  • Providing expert legal advice on the latest developments in competition law, including amendments and jurisprudence.
  • Offering advocacy support for clients seeking to influence regulatory policy and enforcement practices in the competition space.
Sector-specific Competition Advisory
  • Advising clients in regulated industries (such as telecom, pharmaceuticals, energy, and healthcare) on sector-specific competition law concerns.
  • Offering tailored solutions for addressing market concentration and anti-competitive behavior within sector-specific frameworks.
State Aid and Public Procurement
  • Advising clients on issues related to state aid, public procurement, and the compatibility of government support with competition law principles.
  • Representation in disputes regarding government subsidies and unfair advantages in the market.
Cross-border Competition Issues
  • Assisting in handling cross-border competition law issues and coordinating multi-jurisdictional filings in cases of international mergers or cartel investigations.
  • Advising on compliance with global competition laws and regulations, including the European Union and U.S. competition regimes.

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