Setterwalls’ EU and competition team handles, inter alia, merger control; abuse of dominance; and anti-competitive behaviour work for domestic clients in a wide range of industries, including shipping, energy, and tech. Practice head Rolf Larsson’s 25 years of experience includes litigating before Swedish and European competition authorities. Angelica Ström is a further key contact, advising public authorities as well as domestic and international companies.
Testimonials
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‘Rolf Larsson is a very experienced and to-the-point competition lawyer who is always a pleasure to work with.’
‘Angelica Ström is a highly skilled lawyer with an outstanding ability to quickly comprehend new legal concepts and adapt to evolving legal landscapes. She easily navigates complex and multi-layered legal scenarios. She also demonstrates a genuine interest in each client’s business model and organisation, which allows her to offer legal advice suitable for the specific challenges they face. Last, but not least, she is a very pleasant person with a friendly disposition.'
‘Angelica Stöm is very service-minded and collaborates well with her fellow team members when necessary.'
‘Setterwalls has a strong and experienced competition law team, combining vast experience with youthful drive.'
'One of the practice's key qualities lies in its exceptional culture of collaboration. The team members complement each other's strengths and expertise, resulting in innovative and pragmatic solutions for clients. This collaborative spirit is truly noteworthy and sets the firm apart from other firms.'
‘A highly competent team that is easy to collaborate with. They are always available to discuss issues and provide good advice.'
‘The team has broad and deep competence and is solution oriented.'
‘Competent, easy to work with, and responsive.'
Key clients
- Almega Tjänsteförbunden Städföretagen (Almega)
- Norrmejerier Ekonomisk Förening
- MKB Fastighets AB
- Mönsterås Bostäder AB, Mönsterås kommun, Mönsterås Utvecklings AB and Vattenpalatset i Mönsterås AB
- Nordisk Bergteknik AB (publ)
- Rejlers Sverige AB
- Soya Group AB
- Viking Line Abp
- Rederi AB Gotland
- Walleniusrederierna AB
Work highlights
- Assisted Almega in a high-profile matter before the Swedish Competition Authority, concerning alleged abusive behaviour by Samhall AB, a government-controlled company with a mandate to employ people with disabilities.
- Represented MKB, the largest housing company in the Malmö region, in connection with a complaint to the Swedish Competition Authority relating to alleged abuse of a dominant position.
- Represented Norrmejerier, a Swedish dairy cooperative located in the north of Sweden, in a competition law matter before the Swedish Competition Authority, concerning allegations of anti-competitive cooperation with a competing firm on the market for transport of frozen food in the North of Sweden.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rolf Larsson