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Antitrust, Fair Trade & Competition
SJKP LLP’s Antitrust & Competition team provides expert counsel to global businesses on all aspects of antitrust compliance, merger control, enforcement defense, and competition litigation.
We offer prompt, strategic responses to global antitrust investigations, ensuring that our clients’ interests are effectively protected in the face of complex regulatory challenges. By combining global reach with local precision, our lawyers help multinational corporations, financial institutions, and emerging companies manage competition law risks while pursuing business growth.
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1. Antitrust, Fair Trade & Competition; Strategy in Mergers and Acquisitions
Our team plays a central role in M&A transactions, from early-stage antitrust risk assessments to post-merger compliance. We regularly secure merger clearances in complex, cross-border deals involving Second Requests and Phase II reviews. Our competition lawyers understand the intersection of corporate strategy and regulatory oversight, enabling us to advise clients on structuring deals that withstand scrutiny.
Pre-merger Notification and Clearance
We assist in preparing Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings in the U.S. and coordinate with competition authorities globally to ensure timely clearance of transactions. Our services include drafting notification materials, analyzing market concentration, and preparing economic evidence to support filings. We also anticipate potential remedies or divestitures required by regulators, minimizing deal uncertainty and delays.
Managing Second Requests and Foreign Reviews
Our deep bench handles U.S. DOJ/FTC Second Requests, EC Phase II reviews, and merger investigations by regulators in Asia, Latin America, and beyond. We coordinate with economic experts, collect and process large volumes of data, and represent clients during intensive document productions and depositions. By aligning legal and business objectives, we help clients achieve clearance without sacrificing strategic goals.
2. Antitrust, Fair Trade & Competition; Litigation and Enforcement Defense
We defend clients in high-stakes litigation and enforcement matters, including cartel investigations, price-fixing allegations, abuse of dominance claims, and class actions. Our litigation team represents clients before U.S. federal and state courts, the European Commission, and international arbitral tribunals, ensuring consistent strategies across jurisdictions.
Handling Dawn Raids and Emergency Enforcement
SJKP LLP provides rapid response counsel in the event of unannounced inspections (dawn raids), enabling clients to act swiftly and legally in their initial response. We train corporate teams on dawn raid protocols, assist during regulator interviews, and coordinate defense strategies post-inspection. By preparing clients in advance, we reduce exposure to fines, reputational damage, and operational disruption.
3. Antitrust, Fair Trade & Competition; Compliance and Advisory
Preventing issues before they arise is a key part of our value. We advise clients on compliance programs, internal audits, vertical and horizontal agreements, and strategic partnerships. Our proactive approach helps businesses design commercial practices that support competitive advantage while meeting regulatory requirements.
Designing and Implementing Compliance Programs
We develop antitrust compliance policies tailored to business models, conduct training for executives and employees, and assist in audits to detect and prevent anti-competitive behavior. These programs often include monitoring systems, reporting channels, and risk assessment tools that foster a culture of compliance. By embedding compliance into daily operations, we help companies mitigate enforcement risks.
Review of Strategic Agreements and Market Behavior
We help ensure that joint ventures, distribution agreements, and pricing strategies do not run afoul of antitrust laws. Our lawyers analyze exclusivity clauses, resale price maintenance, and information-sharing practices to prevent regulatory scrutiny. We also provide counsel on digital platform competition issues, including algorithmic pricing and data-sharing arrangements, which are increasingly the focus of global regulators.
4. Antitrust, Fair Trade & Competition: Why Choose SJKP LLP?
Our strength lies in our global reach, courtroom credibility, and ability to translate regulatory complexity into business clarity. Whether facing merger review, dawn raids, or multijurisdictional litigation, SJKP LLP is the partner of choice for companies requiring decisive, experienced counsel. We combine deep knowledge of competition law with sector-specific expertise in technology, pharmaceuticals, energy, and consumer goods.
Our clients value our ability to anticipate regulatory trends, deliver practical solutions, and defend their interests in the most challenging environments. By working closely with economists, compliance officers, and corporate leaders, we provide not only legal advice but also strategic guidance that drives sustainable business outcomes.
The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading or relying on the contents of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship with our firm. For advice regarding your specific situation, please consult a qualified attorney licensed in your jurisdiction.
