Antitrust
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About
Provided by Perkins Coie LLP
As counsel to the world’s leading companies, we know that with innovation and growth come the challenges of navigating a complex web of federal, state and international antitrust and unfair competition laws. We support our clients’ efforts to succeed in the marketplace by helping them through these challenges and fighting on their behalf when disputes arise.
Whether defending against a private or government action or going on the offensive to challenge a competitor’s unfair and anticompetitive conduct, our Antitrust & Unfair Competition practice attorneys are dedicated to ensuring our clients the right to compete on an even playing field. We have significant experience advocating for clients in a wide range of industries, including technology and communications, retail and consumer products, life sciences and healthcare, aerospace, manufacturing, entertainment and more.
Chambers Review
Perkins Coie LLP fields an impressive antitrust practice with a wealth of experience navigating high-stakes antitrust litigation including class actions. The team also offers capability in obtaining merger clearance. The firm's clients hail from the technology industry, among others.
Work Highlights
- Perkins Coie defended Nintendo of America in class actions alleging defects in console controllers.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Perkins is the firm we go to when we know a matter is particularly complex."
"Their service is where they shine - we appreciate the communication and how they keep it simple and effective."
"Perkins is the firm we go to when we know a matter is particularly complex."
"Their service is where they shine - we appreciate the communication and how they keep it simple and effective."
Notable Practitioners
Chair of the firm's antitrust and unfair competition litigation practice Shylah Alfonso offers expert counsel in antitrust litigation as well as assistance with obtaining M&A clearance.
"Shylah produces outstanding work and goes above and beyond for the client."
"Shylah is a smart negotiator."
Susan Foster frequently undertakes complex antitrust disputes as part of her broad litigation practice.
"Susan is a tremendously experienced and smooth operator who really knows her stuff."