Competition/Antitrust

P & A Law Offices has a well-established competition law team in New Delhi, advising conglomerates and large international companies on its operations within India. The team also regularly represents clients before the High Courts and Supreme Court of India regarding investigations and antitrust enforcement. Its lawyers possess notable expertise in abuse of dominance and vertical agreements, as well as cartel enforcement and penalties matters. The firm has experience across a wide range of sectors, including technology and e-commerce, manufacturing and automotive.

"They have effectively advised on complex legal matters and transactions. Their understanding of the subject is rooted both in knowledge and practicality."

"The team has deep knowledge of the subject and the client's industry and business."

P & A Law Offices represented the managing director of Carlsberg India in an appeal before the Supreme Court of India against the dismissal of the first appeal by the NCLAT, relating to penalties levied in a cartelisation investigation.

Anand Pathak is the firm's managing partner in Delhi, frequently advising international clients on antitrust investigations, as well as compliance matters. "Under his guidance, P & A has become a very good law firm in the areas of competition law in India and international antitrust law." "He is a seasoned and well-respected lawyer."

Shashank Gautam regularly provides assistance on CCI-related matters, including investigations. He provides advice to a varied range of clients, such as those in the technology and automotive sectors. He is based in Delhi. "He is very responsive and looks after the interest of the client. He is very knowledgeable and always aims to provide the best solution." "Shashank is very responsive and always available. He has an exceptional understanding of global regulatory developments and relevant academic papers and what it means for his clients."