Cartels & Bid-Rigging

Our lawyers are well-versed in the trends in Japanese and international competition/antitrust laws, as well as the policies of relevant authorities. We represent clients facing investigations by competition authorities in Japan and abroad, or those who uncover violations of the law, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes.

Given the global exchange of information among competition authorities, we work closely with top law firms worldwide to address overseas competition/antitrust laws. We handle these matters with an eye toward potential future civil litigation in Japan and other jurisdictions.

Mori Hamada also offers practical advice on regulations concerning digital markets and the abuse of dominant positions, which in recent years have been subject to stricter attention from competition authorities, reflecting the latest regulatory trends and policies.

Our services include:
・　Managing investigations into cartel and bid-rigging cases (responding to inspection and information requests from the Japan Fair Trade Commission and international authorities, examining defense policies, applying for leniency, cooperating in investigations, and consulting with authorities)
・　Handling investigations into private monopolization and unfair trade practices (responding to inspection requests, formulating defense strategies, and negotiating with authorities)
・　Responding to criminal investigations and prosecutions
・　Conducting internal investigations to determine compliance with competition/antitrust laws