Digital Business / Germany & European Union
Digital markets raise questions about access, distribution, data and the conduct of powerful platforms. We advise businesses on competition risks and possible routes to challenge restrictions.
Where we can help
Different legal regimes
The DMA addresses designated gatekeepers and specified services. It does not replace general EU and German competition law or make every platform subject to the same obligations.
Commercial restrictions
We assess exclusivity, pricing controls, tying, interoperability and access conditions in their market context. A contractual complaint and a competition claim require different factual foundations.
Enforcement strategy
The appropriate route may involve negotiation, a regulatory complaint or litigation. We identify the conduct, affected market, evidence and remedy sought before choosing an approach.
From assessment to implementation
We establish the relevant role and legal framework, review the product and contractual documentation, and identify the decisions needed before launch or the next procedural step. The engagement can include a written assessment, revised agreements and support in negotiations or proceedings.
Four practical examples
Illustrative scenarios, not reports of client mandates. The appropriate response depends on the facts and applicable law.
Access to a platform
A business disputes conditions for reaching users. We examine the service and the specific restriction.
Bundled technology
A supplier makes access to one product conditional on another purchase. We assess the commercial and market context.
Reseller restrictions
A technology vendor restricts online sales. We review the agreement against applicable competition rules.
Interoperability request
A developer seeks technical access. We distinguish contractual, IP and regulatory grounds for the request.
What to send us
Please describe the product or dispute, the countries involved, your role and any deadline. Relevant contracts, technical documentation, correspondence and a short chronology help us identify the next steps. Agree a secure transfer channel before sending sensitive records.
Discuss your next step
We can define the scope of a review, identify urgent measures and agree the work and fees before proceeding. A website enquiry alone does not establish a mandate.
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Legal framework and further reading: Digital Markets Act. Content reviewed: 12 November 2026.