European law

This area relates to the legal framework of the European Union and its interaction with national laws, in regard to the rights and obligations of citizens and companies that reside and do business in EU member states. Specifically, it includes cross-border questions that are covered by EU legislation, including directives and regulations, as well proceedings instituted with European institutions and courts.

The legal framework of the European Union is binding on each member state, has primacy over national laws, and, in cases of conflict, domestic legislation can be challenged in the European Court of Justice. With a presence in over 20 European countries, TEN deals with cross-border cases and serves multinational clients on a daily basis.

TEN helps companies and individuals who do business and have interests in other EU and EFTA member nations, including:

  • Advice on international legislation and EU regulations for trade, transportation, import and export
  • Choosing jurisdiction in case of contractual (under Rome I Regulation) or non-contractual (Rome II) obligations
  • Analysing provisions of specific EU Regulations or Directives that may be applicable to corporate activities
  • M&A transactions involving EU countries, cooperation and joint-venture partnerships, or company associations (consortia, EEIG – European Economic Interest Grouping)
  • Setting up companies under EU law