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Large and medium-sized companies encounter competition law in many aspects of their business. In their dealings and exchanges of sensitive information with competitors, customers and suppliers, they must be sure not infringe the cartel prohibition. Failure to do so can result in heavy fines, considerable reputational damage, civil damages claims, the nullity of contracts and exclusion from public tenders. Companies having a dominant position must also ensure that they do not to abuse their market power.

When companies have plans to engage in mergers, acquisitions or joint ventures, they potentially face the need to obtain merger control and foreign direct investment (FDI) approvals in global jurisdictions. To help you navigate these challenges successfully, our experienced team offers a full range of advisory services in relation to EU and national competition law.

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Digital transformation is all about using the latest technology to improve your business model. Digital technology creates new business opportunities which in turn creates a whole new range of tax and legal challenges such as contracting, data protection, privacy questions, intellectual property, consumer protection and competition issues.

The speed at which digital technology has become an integral part of our daily lives has overtaken most legislative processes. In recent years, the European Union, Member-States and international legislative bodies have therefore increased their regulatory efforts.

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A significant milestone for cybersecurity in Belgium was reached when the Parliament ratified the transposition of the EU NIS2 Directive on 18 April 2024.

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The European Commission is launching a consultation on a long-awaited Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) module for data transfers to third-country controllers and processors directly subject to the GDPR.

We take a hands-on approach to advising on EU competition law and national competition in our home markets of the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Whether it is assisting companies that are the subject of an investigation into a potential infringement of the cartel prohibition and/or the prohibition of abuse of a dominant position by competition authorities (including a Dawn Raid), or the implementation of compliance programs and distribution schemes, we can provide step by step guidance. The highly efficient process helps to ensure the best outcome possible.

We also offer broad experience in dealing with merger notifications and FDI proceedings, civil Competition Litigation and State Aid advice and proceedings. By teaming up with specialists from our Corporate / M&A, Public & Administrative law, Banking & Finance, Commercial contracts and Corporate tax practices we provide integrated support.

With offices in major financial centres and an extensive international partner network, our services extend far beyond our home markets to provide you with first class advice wherever you do business.

The effects of a cartel claim can be far-reaching. Cartel damages actions are large and complex. Seeking legal assistance at an early stage is vital.

Large and medium-sized companies often encounter competition law and other types of governmental regulation in many aspects of their business. To succeed in the modern world, companies need to navi

As an international organisation, you face many challenges, from ever-changing regulations to complex cross-border transactions and beyond.

The processing and transferring of personal data in a secure and lawful manner, has become extremely important and challenging for businesses globally.

Rapid transformation in the Life Sciences & Healthcare industry requires organisations to strike a balance between market potential, policy compliance and patient demands with continued innovation.

Ever-changing government regulations has meant that dealing with the authorities has become an increasingly important aspect of business life.

When advising your company on state aid matters, we pull together our competition law experts and tax/transfer pricing specialists to best service your requirements.

Should a dawn raid occur at your company premises, we provide a step-by-step guide on how to deal with it. We also explain how our team can advise and support you during this process.

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"Very good industry knowledge, practical, nice people to work with."

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"In our opinion, the team is unique in the Netherlands in combining a top-class competition practice with an unmatched healthcare regulatory practice. No other firm in the Netherlands can offer this combination (at least not with a team of this quality, size and experience), which is why Loyens & Loeff has for many years been the logical choice for us."

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