Services
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Cartels
Expert advice and advocacy for clients under investigation or prosecution by the Commerce Commission for alleged cartel conduct.
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Competitor collaborations
Clear, practical guidance on structuring compliant collaborations and assistance with obtaining Commerce Commission approvals, where required.
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Misuse of Market Power
Experienced handling of market power conduct matters, including advocacy for complaints and investigations.
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Mergers and Acquisitions
Specialist advice on merger control matters, including gun‑jumping risks, clean team arrangements, and engagement with the Commerce Commission.
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Restrictive trade practices
Advice on anticompetitive behaviour, such as product bundling, predatory pricing, the refusal or termination of supply, exclusive dealing and access terms.
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Fair Trading and Consumer Law
Guidance on Fair Trading Act obligations and evolving consumer law requirements to support ongoing compliance.
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Compliance Audits and Training
Delivery of tailored compliance audits and training programmes covering the Commerce Act, consumer law, and fair trading obligations.
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Market Studies
Advice on participating in market studies, managing regulatory risk and making submissions to the Commerce Commission.
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Competition Policy
Practical assistance with competition policy issues and support through legislative reform processes.
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Corporate Advisory
Expert assistance with complex commercial and regulatory matters.
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Brand Protection
Advice on intellectual property and brand protection, trade mark portfolio management and IP strategy.
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Anna Ryan is a specialist NZ competition barrister delivering expert advice and advocacy in competition consumer and commercial law.