Antitrust & Foreign Investment Partner, New York
United States
John holds a Juris Doctor, James Kent Scholar, from Columbia Law School, and a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, from Dartmouth College.
John advises clients on a broad range of antitrust and consumer protection issues. His expertise is informed by more than a decade’s experience guiding clients through the most complex multijurisdictional matters. Clients cite his practical approach and relevant cross-border expertise. He has a particular focus on innovative industries, including the technology, financial services and pharmaceutical sectors.
John’s relevant experience crosses merger control, enforcement / litigation and compliance matters. He regularly guides U.S. and international clients through all phases of complex global merger reviews, including the implementation of complex divestitures. He also advises in the structuring of joint ventures, IP licenses, cooperation and distribution agreements and other commercial arrangements. He regularly defends clients in highly sensitive conduct matters involving enforcement, litigation and legislative inquiries. He also helps companies navigate the evolving enforcement landscape in the U.S., including cartels, monopolization, vertical restraints, unfair competition and other antitrust and consumer protection issues. He builds on this experience to help clients develop and implement effective compliance programs.
His cross-border advice is informed by having supported clients from Beijing, London and Dusseldorf. He is actively involved in policy and comment initiatives through the American Bar Association and the New York City Bar Association. He regularly speaks and authors articles on a range of cutting edge issues relevant for clients. Who’s Who Legal has recognized him as a Future Leader.
John is Vice Chair of the Antitrust Law Committee for the American Bar Association Section of International Law. He was previously Law Clerk to the Hon. William H. Walls, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey.
John writes regularly on antitrust issues. His publications include:
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