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DLA Piper LLP

Competition/European Law

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DLA Piper LLP

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Competition/European Law - Sweden

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a well-regarded practice in merger control and behavioural investigations. The team is well placed to advise high-profile clients from the automotive and media sectors. The law firm also assists in compliance matters, including around selective distribution strategies.

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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper represented Apotekstjänst Sverige in a dispute before the Swedish Patent and Market Court of Appeal concerning a merger prohibition decision.

Strengths

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  • In all the matters we face there is always the breadth and depth of knowledge within the law firm to support us.

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  • DLA Piper is very business oriented. The team provides timely and rapid deliveries.

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  • DLA Piper has deep knowledge and a personal connection.

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  • DLA Piper's service is always outstanding. I have never been disappointed.

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  • DLA Piper gives concrete and actionable legal advice with clear recommendations that take strategic and commercial considerations into account.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Erik Brändt Öfverholm
    Erik Brändt Öfverholm

    Erik Brändt Öfverholm

    Erik Brändt Öfverholm frequently advises clients on the competition law compliance aspects of commercial agreements. He has further experience in merger control mandates, appeals against merger prohibitions and behavioural investigations.

    • Erik Brändt Öfverholm is always quick to respond and advise. He is instrumental in many of our key business processes.

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    • He always delivers at a high level. He has a good understanding of our business.

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    • Erik Brändt Öfverholm is calm, insightful and highly trusted, with an impressive grasp of both EU and Swedish competition law.

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    • His guidance takes into account legal, strategic and commercial considerations, with clear and well-balanced recommendations.

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