Competition Policy

Balaban & Partners, assists companies in all areas of competition law, providing strategic advice and legal representation tailored to their business needs. In an increasingly regulated and rapidly evolving economic environment, we help clients operate in compliance with competition rules, avoid risks, and protect their commercial interests.

What We Offer

1. Advice on Commercial Agreements and Anti-Competitive Practices

  • assessment of distribution, supply and exclusivity agreements;
  • identification of clauses with potential anti-competitive effects;
  • analysis of vertical and horizontal restrictions;
  • prevention of risks related to cartels, tacit coordination or abuse of dominant position.

2. Merger Control (Mergers & Acquisitions)

  • determining notification obligations before the Competition Council;
  • preparing merger notification files;
  • representation throughout the assessment procedure;
  • structuring transactions to minimize delays and regulatory risks.

3. Competition Council Investigations

  • assistance during unannounced inspections (“dawn raids”);
  • preparing responses to requests for information;
  • legal strategy in investigation procedures;
  • defence before the Competition Council and the courts.

4. Competition Compliance Programs

  • internal audits of competition risks;
  • developing and implementing internal compliance policies;
  • training for management and commercial teams;
  • internal procedures to prevent competition breaches.

5. Abuse of Dominance and Unfair Practices

  • assessment of market dominance;
  • analysis of exclusionary or discriminatory conduct;
  • representation in complaints and disputes between competitors;
  • protecting companies against abusive market behaviour.

6. State Aid and EU Compliance

  • eligibility and legal risk assessment;
  • advisory services for state-funded or EU-funded projects;
  • support in interactions with national and European authorities.

Who We Work With

We provide tailored services to:

  • local and international companies;
  • businesses across all sectors (energy, retail, telecom, transport, industry, services);
  • SMEs and large corporations;
  • innovative startups with digital business models.

Why Balaban & Partners?

  • integrated approach: legal + business + regulatory.
  • experience in national and international competition projects since 2007;
  • in-depth understanding of the Competition Council’s practice;
  • strong expertise in compliance, investment, mergers and regulated markets;