With extensive trial experience, Dechert LLP possesses a strong track record in high-stakes antitrust litigation. Recent highlights include defending a major acquisition in the grocery sector and securing a complete jury trial victory in a case alleging anticompetitive and deceptive practices in the real estate industry. The team has also demonstrated expertise in the pharma sector, defending against IP class actions and handling prominent FTC investigations. Splitting his time between New York and Philadelphia, co-chair Steven Bizar is currently leading significant intricate antitrust litigation in the media, entertainment, energy, and resources sectors. Based in Washington DC, co-chair Mike Cowie focuses on government merger investigations and litigation, particularly in the healthcare and life sciences industries. In Philadelphia, George Gordon is recognized as a leading authority on antitrust cases related to patent enforcement, pricing issues, and marketing practices.
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Clients clés
- Albertsons
- Fox Corporation
- Zillow
- Commercial Metals Company
- Johnson & Johnson
- CVS Health Corporation
- Humana
- Occidental Petroleum Corporation
- Delta Dental of California
- ACV Auctions
Points forts
- Defending four separate challenges to Kroger's $24.6 billion proposed acquisition of Albertsons.
- Defended a preliminary injunction motion and damages lawsuit brought by FuboTV.
- Represented Zillow in a jury trial brought by REX-Real Estate Exchange which alleged anticompetitive and deceptive practices.
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Responsable de la pratique
Mike Cowie; Steve Bizar
Autres avocats clés
Jay Jurata; George Gordon; Russel Cohen; Shari Ross Lahlou; Julia Chapman; John McClam; Erica Fruiterman; Elena Kamenir