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Gorrissen Federspiel

Competition/European Law

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Gorrissen Federspiel

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Gorrissen Federspiel has one of Denmark’s largest and leading competition law teams. We have extensive experience advising our clients on all aspects of EU law as well as competition and procurement law.

We have specialised in offering practicable implementable advice to our clients on all issues relating to Danish and EU competition law, procurement law, state aid and other areas of EU law. We assist our clients whenever competition challenges arise with the competition authorities in Denmark and the EU, and we regularly represent clients in Danish courts and before the EU courts in Luxembourg.

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Competition/European Law - Denmark

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What the Team is Known For

Gorrissen Federspiel hosts a market-leading competition law team in Denmark, that is active in both merger control filings and behavioural investigations. It frequently advises on the competition and foreign direct investment law aspects of high-value transactions, in addition to representing clients in investigations into possible abuses of dominance and subsequent appeals against authority decisions and follow-on damages actions. The team also advises on state aid issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Gorrissen Federspiel assisted DEUTZ with proceedings concerning alleged refusal to supply in breach of Articles 101 and 102.

Strengths

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  • The team at Gorrissen Federspiel offers vast experience in Danish and international competition litigation.

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  • Gorrissen Federspiel is commercially minded with to-the-point answers based on industry knowledge and an in-depth understanding of competition law.

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  • The team demonstrates a profound knowledge of the industry combined with absolute top-level legal expertise in the relevant areas.

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  • Gorrissen Federspiel is a one-stop-shop when it comes to our legal support demands.

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  • I think the competition law team in Gorrissen Federspiel is the best in Denmark and is unmatched in terms of depth of knowledge, experience, and engagement.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Erik Kjær-Hansen
    Erik Kjær-Hansen

    Erik Kjær-Hansen

    Erik Kjær-Hansen has a standout focus on behavioural matters, representing clients in both stand-alone and follow-on litigation, as well as in appeals against authority decisions. He also has experience in state aid and European Union law mandates.

    • Erik Kjær-Hansen has a uniquely deep knowledge about public procurement law and understands well how to apply this in a practical way.

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    • Erik Kjær-Hansen provides good, sound counsel with a strategic eye for the complexity of how we cooperate with our counterpart in our day-to-day business.

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    • Erik Kjær-Hansen has a very sharp mind but is able to translate complicated legal doctrines into easy-to-understand guidance.

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    • He has provided the same high level of client service throughout the years we have been working with him.

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  • Martin André Dittmer
    Martin André Dittmer

    Martin André Dittmer

    Martin André Dittmer stands out for his activity in high-value merger clearance filings and foreign direct investment notifications. He also offers experience in behavioural investigations.

    • Martin Andre Dittmer is a jewelry box of legal competence offering stamina, a supportive personality, balanced assessments and great legal advice from crucial matters to day-to-day work.

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    • Martin is a rock when it comes to resolving challenging compliance law matters. His legal expertise is unmatched and always combined with a pragmatic, solution-focused approach.

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    • Martin André Dittmer has the absolute best relationship with the competition authorities.

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    • He is second to none in his strategic understanding of our business and the relevant legal areas.

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