Understanding and Managing Competition Law Compliance

Course Overview

Are you confident your business is practising within the boundaries of competition law in your jurisdictions? This course focuses on the fundamental principles and key elements of competition law in the EU and UK, and how compliance works in practice. It will give delegates up-to-date information about anticipated changes and the steps companies need to take to be ready for them.

The repercussions of breaching competition law are severe and can include:

• Fines against your company
• Claims for damages
• Disqualification of directors and possible imprisonment of individuals

You need to be aware of how competition law applies to your business and how you can reduce the risk of infringement. By learning how to put a comprehensive compliance policy in place and understanding how to enforce it, you can avoid violations and their consequences. This intensive course will help you identify and manage these risks and ensure you’re equipped to deal with complaints and the consequences of non-compliance.

The programme covers competition law not only in the real world but also the digital world. It explores jurisdictional issues, including the long-arm US jurisdiction, and will give you practical tips on dealing with investigations and complaints. The course will take a very interactive approach, with plenty of opportunities for discussion and questions and answers.

By attending this event you will:

• Understand the latest changes to the law and the implications for your business
• Learn how to demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to competition law
• Identify and minimise the risks of competition law
• Recognise the implications and consequences of breach
• Focus on good practice and how to successfully implement a compliance policy
• Grasp how to maximise your opportunities within the marketplace
• Discuss and appreciate the implications of Brexit and what the latest changes to the law could mean for your business

Who Should Attend?

This course will be particularly beneficial to:

• In-house lawyers
• Patent and trade mark attorneys
• Legal counsel
• IP specialists/managers
• General managers
• Commercial managers