The free market is not without boundaries. Not everything that makes sense from a business perspective is legally permissible. Companies must respect the limits defined in particular by antitrust law and the Swiss Unfair Competition Act (UWG).

We regularly represent businesses in proceedings before the Competition Commission (COMCO) and are highly familiar with its practice. This experience allows us to assess risks in cooperative ventures and antitrust-relevant agreements and advise our clients accordingly.

Unfair competition law seeks to safeguard fair market practices. Its general clause is supplemented by a broad catalogue of specific provisions that further define its scope. Case law in this field is highly fact-specific and often complex. Our experience enables us to identify risks and guide clients with clarity.

When competition law issues result in civil litigation, we draw on our extensive litigation expertise.