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Cartel investigations by competition authorities, including the European Commission and the Belgian Competition Authority, can have a significant impact on businesses and the parties involved. Deloitte Legal offers legal advice to all affected stakeholders, including undertakings and individuals under investigation, along with parties seeking to lodge a complaint or damages claim, and other interested third parties.
Our EU & Competition attorneys provide tailored support to help clients navigate the complexities of national and multi-jurisdictional cartel investigations. Through our broader Deloitte Legal network, we offer a one-stop-shop approach bringing together experienced attorneys and forensic specialists to provide comprehensive legal and investigative support.
• Guidance during inspections – We advise clients during inspections or ‘dawn raids’ at business or private premises, providing swift and strategic legal support. Our team also helps clients prepare responses to requests for information and supports clients during interviews with competition authorities.
• Legal representation – We represent both undertakings and individuals in their interactions with competition authorities, courts, and private parties. Whether handling formal or informal procedures, filing complaints, managing competition litigation, or pursuing private damages claims, we work closely with you to develop the best strategy aligned with your commercial interests and objectives.
• Leniency application – Seeking immunity or fine reductions through leniency applications requires deep industry knowledge and both a commercial and legal understanding of potentially anticompetitive practices. Our attorneys guide clients through every step of the application process, from preparation to post-submission follow-up.
• Settlement procedure – We advise clients on settlement options, helping them navigate the process to potentially accelerate the adoption of cartel decisions and secure fine reductions.
• Forensic investigations – Cartel investigations often involve extensive data analysis to support lines of defence or leniency applications. Partnering with our forensic colleagues, our legal team screens and selects critical documents from substantial datasets to strengthen your case.
• Development of internal policies – We collaborate with our clients to outline and refine internal policies, including dawn raid protocols and compliance frameworks, ensuring proactive risk management and regulatory adherence.
