DLA Piper ‘s Germany-based antitrust team works in close collaboration with the firm’s teams around Europe to tackle merger and FDI filings necessitated by both acquisitions and joint ventures across Europe. Taking the lead on the coordination of pan-European filings is Semin O, who has experience in both Phase I and II investigations, while Justus Herrlinger handles contentious matters including cartel and abuse of dominant position issues.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Hands-on, very client oriented.'
  • 'Excellent legal expertise paired with in-depth knowledge of our industry, efficient work, good turnaround times.'
  • 'Very professional, short response times.'
  • 'Justus Herrlinger - excellent overview and knowledge about the medical device business.'

Key clients

  • DMK Deutsches Milchkontor GmbH

Work highlights

Assisted an international provider of laboratory services with antitrust compliance investigation and advice across 21 countries.
Provided cross-border advice to a Japanese medical device company on distribution antitrust and antitrust compliance matters.
Advised a global automotive supplier in connection with a search by the German Federal Cartel Office for alleged participation in a cartel.
Other key lawyers

Semin O; Justus Herrlinger