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Schoenherr

Competition/Antitrust

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Schoenherr

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Schoenherr’s eu & competition practice advises clients from across all industries in merger control, anti-trust and state aid matters at European and national levels throughout the firm’s comprehensive network in the CEE region, and its office in Brussels.
In addition, the practice supports other teams when specific issues under European law arise, for instance under the Accession Agreements of new Member States.

Clients (11)

  • Continental Group (ContiTech AG, Continental Barum)
  • CANADA PENSION PLAN INVESTMENT BOARD
  • Flixbus
  • Continental Group (ContiTrade, Continental Matador Rubber)
  • Mast-Jägermeister
  • Molex Electronic Technologies, LLC
  • REWE Group (BILLA)
  • Mondi AG
  • EVO Payments
  • Clarivate Analytics LLC
  • Czech Association of Tyre Producers and Importers

Industries (17)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Forestry & Paper
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities

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Competition/Antitrust - Czech Republic

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Schoenherr is particularly active in transactional matters, advising both investors and other clients on the competition law aspects of proposed mergers and joint venture agreements, often collaborating with the firm's other offices on multi-jurisdictional filings. The team also advises clients on compliance and unfair trading issues, as well as representing clients in dawn raids.

Work Highlights

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  • Schoenherr advised Blackstone on the merger control aspects of its proposed acquisition of a portfolio of ten logistics parks.

Strengths

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  • Schoenherr's team quickly understands what clients need. The lawyers are hands-on and can assess practical risks.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • We appreciate the team's proactive approach to problem-solving and ability to meet deadlines. The communication is always clear, direct and efficient.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • Schoenherr's approach is thoughtful, well-structured and consistently effective.

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  • The team has deep expertise based on practice and real experience in this area.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • The lawyers are perfectly prepared and have deep knowledge.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Jan Kupcik
    Band 3Jan Kupcik

    Jan Kupcik

    Jan Kupcik frequently advises private equity companies and other clients on merger control filings and the competition law aspects of creating joint ventures. He has further experience in competition and unfair trading law compliance issues and antitrust investigations.

    • Jan Kupcik is very smart, flexible and always hands-on.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
    • He understands the business context well and provides advice that balances legal precision with strategic insight.

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    • He can effectively combine expertise with a personal approach, which makes him an exceptional legal adviser.

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    • He's a superstar. He is quick, available and excels in giving practical advice in difficult scenarios.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
    • He is great. He responds swiftly and has strong expertise.

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