Our EU, Antitrust/Competition & State Aid practice provides advanced legal services grounded in Greek and EU competition laws, state aid regulations, and trade frameworks. We offer strategic counsel to corporations, public entities, and trade associations, ensuring compliance with complex antitrust, competition, and state aid rules. With deep expertise in EU Regulations, Greek Law 3959/2011 on the Protection of Free Competition, and the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), we deliver precise and results-oriented solutions to meet the challenges of regulatory compliance and enforcement.
Our Services Include:
- Antitrust and Competition Compliance: Advising on compliance with Articles 101 and 102 TFEU concerning anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominance, and cartel behavior. Conducting competition law audits and developing compliance programs tailored to Greek Law 3959/2011 and the European Commission’s Guidelines on Antitrust Compliance.
- Merger Control: Advising on Greek and EU merger control requirements, including notifications to the Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) and the European Commission under Regulation (EC) No 139/2004. Assisting with Phase I and Phase II merger investigations, coordinating cross-border filings, and representing clients in clearance proceedings.
- Cartel Investigations and Leniency Applications: Representing clients in cartel investigations before the HCC and the European Commission, including defense strategies and settlement negotiations. Assisting with leniency applications under the HCC’s leniency program and advising on related compliance measures.
- State Aid: Advising on compliance with EU state aid rules under Articles 107–109 TFEU and the General Block Exemption Regulation (GBER) (Regulation (EU) No 651/2014). Representing clients in state aid investigations and notifications before the European Commission and assisting public entities with the design and implementation of compliant aid schemes.
- Abuse of Dominance: Providing legal counsel on practices that may constitute abuse of dominance under Article 102 TFEU and Greek competition law, including exclusionary conduct, predatory pricing, and refusal to supply. Assisting in investigations and litigation involving dominance-related allegations before the HCC and Greek courts.
- Vertical Agreements and Distribution: Advising on the compliance of distribution agreements, franchising, and exclusivity arrangements with the Vertical Block Exemption Regulation (VBER) (Regulation (EU) No 330/2010). Drafting and reviewing selective and exclusive distribution contracts to ensure compliance with EU and Greek competition law.
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in antitrust and competition disputes before the HCC, Greek administrative courts, and the General Court of the European Union. Handling appeals against HCC decisions and state aid rulings before the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU).
- Trade and Market Regulation: Advising on EU trade regulations, including compliance with anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures under EU trade defense instruments. Assisting clients with issues related to customs duties, cross-border trade, and market access under the EU Single Market framework.
- Representation Before Regulatory Authorities and Tribunals: Our team represents clients before the Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC), the European Commission, and the European courts, including the CJEU. We assist in investigations, compliance audits, and regulatory proceedings, ensuring our clients meet all legal and procedural obligations.
Distinguished Expertise
Our EU, Antitrust/Competition & State Aid practice is characterized by in-depth knowledge of Greek and EU legal frameworks, coupled with extensive experience in regulatory compliance and enforcement. From merger filings to state aid notifications, we provide results-driven solutions that safeguard our clients’ interests while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. By leveraging our technical expertise and strategic insight, we help clients navigate the complexities of EU and Greek competition law with confidence and success.