Antitrust and Competition Law
Our Antitrust & Competition Law practice comprises a range of services including advice on issues related to anti-competitive conduct, restrictive trade practices, abuse of a dominant position, merger and acquisition activities, as well as competition law compliance in Nepal. Our services are available to individuals, firms, corporations, banks, businesses, and various organizations.
In Nepal, issues relating to competition and antitrust laws mainly fall under the ambit of Competition Promotion and Market Protection Act, 2063 (2007), Black Marketing and Some Other Social Offences and Punishment Act, 2032 (1975), Consumer Protection Act, 2075 (2018).
We assist our clients with the following scope of services:
- Competition Law Compliance
- Legal advice regarding competition law compliance and antitrust legislation
- Assessment of potential risks and conducting of competition law compliance reviews
- Anti-Competitive Practices
- Legal advice on matters concerning cartels, price-fixing, bid rigging, and market allocation
- Representation of our clients with regards to anti-competitive conduct investigation
- Abuse of Dominance
- Assistance regarding the issue of the abuse of dominance
- Legal advice on monopolization and restrictive trade practices
- Merger Control & Regulatory Approvals
- Legal assistance in mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures related to competition law aspects
- Assistance in obtaining regulatory approvals and clearances
- Unfair Trade Practices
- Representation of our clients in unfair competition and deceptive trade practices litigation
- Legal advice on marketing and trade practices
- Competition Investigations & Regulatory Proceedings
- Representation of clients in regulatory bodies and governmental agencies
- Assistance in the course of investigations, inquiries, and enforcement actions
- Consumer Protection & Market Regulation
- Legal advice in regard to consumer protection compliance
- Resolution of disputes related to the unfair business practices and market misconduct
- Distribution, Agency and Franchise Disputes
- Preparation and review of distribution, dealership, and franchise agreements
- Resolution of disputes regarding distribution channels and commercial relations
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Representation of clients in litigation arising from competition issues in courts and tribunals
- Advising clients on dispute resolution methods such as arbitration and mediation
- Appeals and Legal Remedies
- Representation of clients in appeal procedures for competition issues
- Advising clients on available legal remedies