Antitrust
USA Guide 2024 : Illinois
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Chambers Review
Kirkland & Ellis is a highly regarded firm with exceptional expertise and experience in the full spread of antitrust claims. Prominent for successfully defending clients in complex criminal and civil cases, whether initiated by governments or private entities. Also noted for its handling of domestic and foreign M&A clearances. Knowledgeable in a range of industries, particularly within healthcare, pharmaceuticals and manufacturing. Further noted for its extensive private equity client base.
Work Highlights
- Kirkland & Ellis represented Sanderson Farms in multidistrict antitrust litigation. The case included allegations that defendants conspired not to compete for the services of contract chicken farmers.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team has tremendous strategic abilities. They are very creative and write excellent briefs."
"The firm has the ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters while simplifying concepts and strategy for internal stakeholders."
"Kirkland & Ellis is second to none in handling complex, sophisticated matters. They are a well-rounded team with many specialties and excel at client service."
"The team has tremendous strategic abilities. They are very creative and write excellent briefs."
"The firm has the ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters while simplifying concepts and strategy for internal stakeholders."
"Kirkland & Ellis is second to none in handling complex, sophisticated matters. They are a well-rounded team with many specialties and excel at client service."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Laytin is highly regarded for his handling of significant antitrust litigation including Robinson-Patman Act disputes as well as allegations of price fixing and monopolization.
"Daniel is an antitrust expert. He creates a true partnership with clients."
"He is sensitive to the commercial implications of strategy."
James Mutchnik is highly regarded for his antitrust practice. Equally adept across criminal and civil work, he handles high-stakes agency investigations and appears before state and federal courts in complex proceedings.
"James Mutchnik is very smart and capable. He has a great mind for strategy."
Christa Cottrell is recognized for her expertise across a broad range of antitrust matters. She regularly handles class actions alleging price fixing and other anticompetitive behavior.
"Christa is a smart and creative attorney who excels at client service and attacks legal issues from all angles."
Molly Kelley is an up-and-coming partner noted for her handling of sophisticated antitrust matters including merger compliance and litigation.
"Molly is a savvy litigator."
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