Practice Area
Competition Law
We structure your commercial activities with competition risks in mind and effectively manage your Turkish Competition Authority processes.
Overview
We provide advisory and representation in competition law compliance, Turkish Competition Authority investigations, on-site inspection processes and merger-acquisition notifications.
Our advisory is not limited to investigation processes; it also covers contract reviews, compliance programs, training and pre-transaction risk analyses.
Key Risks
- Being caught unprepared by an on-site inspection (dawn raid)
- Risk of infringement in distribution and pricing models
- Overlooking merger notification thresholds
- Practices that raise suspicion of cartels and concerted practices
- High administrative fines and damages claims
Scope of Services
- Competition law compliance programs and training
- Merger and acquisition clearance applications
- Turkish Competition Authority investigation and preliminary inquiry processes
- Legal support during on-site inspection (dawn raid) processes
- Review of distribution, dealership, exclusivity and after-sales systems
- Dominant position, cartel and concerted practice assessments
- Competition law opinions and contract reviews
- Private law damages claims arising from competition infringements
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Frequently Asked Questions
How should we prepare for an on-site inspection?+
With employee training, a protocol and a compliance program; we also provide immediate legal support during the inspection.
Can I set prices for my dealers?+
Resale price maintenance carries a risk of infringement; we structure the model in compliance with the legislation.
When is a merger notification required?+
When turnover thresholds are exceeded; we perform a threshold analysis at the outset of the transaction.
We are by your side throughout your Competition Law process
Let us develop solutions tailored to your organization with a preventive and practical approach.
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