Competition Law
ACUMEN partners have vast experience in navigating the complex and evolving landscape of competition law in India. We provide comprehensive advice and representation to clients on a wide range of competition law matters, helping them comply with the law and protect their business interests.
Our expertise covers a wide range of areas, including:
Antitrust Compliance:
Merger Control: Advising on merger control regulations, including pre-merger notifications to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), assessment of merger thresholds, and obtaining CCI approvals.
Abuse of Dominance: Advising on abuse of dominance issues, including predatory pricing, exclusive dealing, and tying arrangements.
Compliance Programs: Developing and implementing competition law compliance programs to mitigate antitrust risks.
Investigations:
Dawn Raids: Assisting clients in responding to dawn raids conducted by the CCI, including advising on legal rights and obligations during investigations.
Information Requests: Responding to information requests from the CCI, including gathering and reviewing documents and providing legal advice.
Leniency Applications: Advising on leniency applications to the CCI, which can result in reduced penalties for companies that cooperate with investigations.
CCI Proceedings: Representing clients in proceedings before the CCI, including inquiries, investigations, and hearings.
NCLAT Appeals: Challenging CCI decisions before the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT).
Supreme Court Appeals: Filing appeals before the Supreme Court of India on competition law matters.
Advisory:
Competition Assessments: Conducting competition assessments to identify potential antitrust risks in business practices and transactions.
Compliance Training: Providing competition law compliance training to employees and management.
Policy Advocacy: Engaging in policy advocacy on competition law issues, including submitting comments on proposed regulations and participating in industry consultations.
If you’re looking for an advice or have a legal question in your mind, please feel free to contact us.
Our Process
We begin by listening carefully to your concerns and understanding the details of your legal issue. Our goal is to fully comprehend your situation before recommending any course of action.
We evaluate all possible legal avenues, considering every angle of your case. Our experienced lawyers will explain your options, guiding you through the best strategies for achieving the most favorable outcome.
Once we’ve agreed on the most effective strategy, we proceed with filing your case, ensuring all legal procedures are followed accurately. From there, we represent your interests with dedication and professionalism.
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We’re here to help you navigate your legal challenges with confidence and clarity. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards resolving your legal matter with trusted professionals.