The Antitrust and Competition Legal Advisory Service offered by PANETTA Consulting Group is designed to help clients navigate the complex regulatory framework governing competition, ensuring compliance with antitrust laws while promoting fair and competitive business practices. In an increasingly regulated and globalized market, it is essential for companies to understand the risks associated with competition law and adopt strategies that comply with legal requirements.

With a team of lawyers specialized in competition law and market regulation, PANETTA Consulting Group provides tailored and strategic legal assistance, covering all critical areas in this field:

Key areas of support include:

• Antitrust compliance: PANETTA provides specialized support to ensure that clients’ commercial activities comply with national and EU antitrust regulations. This includes assessing business practices for potential competition risks, reviewing contracts and commercial policies, and training staff on how to avoid anti-competitive behaviors.
• Defense in antitrust proceedings: PANETTA represents clients in proceedings before competition authorities, such as the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) and the European Commission. Assistance spans all stages, from responding to information requests to defending against investigations and litigation, and negotiating settlements or leniency agreements.
• Mergers and acquisitions (M&A): PANETTA supports clients in M&A transactions, ensuring compliance with antitrust laws and managing mandatory notifications to competition authorities. The firm offers comprehensive advice to prevent the deal from being classified as anti-competitive, including risk assessments and managing discussions with regulatory bodies.
• Abuse of dominant position and restrictive practices: The firm provides legal assistance in managing risks related to abuse of dominance and restrictive commercial practices, such as cartels or exclusive agreements. PANETTA helps clients develop commercial strategies that comply with competition law, minimizing exposure to sanctions and litigation.
• Preventive advice and training: PANETTA offers preventive legal services to identify and mitigate antitrust risks before they materialize. This includes conducting antitrust audits, reviewing corporate policies, and delivering customized training for management and employees, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.

Relying on PANETTA Consulting Group for Antitrust and Competition legal advisory means partnering with a skilled and reliable legal team capable of guiding clients through complex regulatory challenges and defending their interests in investigations or proceedings.
With a proactive, business-oriented approach, PANETTA ensures that clients can operate competitively and in full compliance with the law—minimizing legal risks and protecting their reputation.