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Competition/European Law - Germany
What the Team is Known For
Oppenländer Rechtsanwälte is particularly well known for its strength in competition litigation, regularly representing both claimants and defendants in high-profile damages actions following cartel decisions. The law firm additionally acts on merger clearance mandates, including assisting clients with phase II reviews.
Strengths
I couldn't imagine better advisers for this kind of work.
Oppenländer Rechtsanwälte is very good for damages and behavioural work.
We appreciate the high expertise combined with very pleasant personalities of the lawyers.
Work Highlights
Oppenländer represented idealo in a claim for damages following the European Commission's decision in the 'Google Shopping' case.
Notable practitioners
Albrecht Bach is highly regarded on the market for his ability to represent both claimants and defendants in damages actions arising from FCO and EC cartel investigations.
He gives advice and summaries that have a practical touch and I can pass straight on to the management.
Albrecht Bach has been at the forefront of damages in Germany for 20 years so he is super knowledgeable in that field.