About

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Baker Botts’ Antitrust and Competition Law practice is widely recognized for advising on complex, high‑stakes competition matters worldwide, including “bet the company” mergers, government investigations, and litigation. The team combines deep antitrust expertise with strong commercial judgment.

The practice operates through an integrated transatlantic platform with significant depth in Washington, DC, Brussels, Riyadh, and London. Its lawyers include former senior antitrust enforcers and advisers with extensive experience in economics, compliance, and competition policy, enabling effective engagement with regulators across jurisdictions.

Baker Botts represents clients before major competition authorities globally and is particularly noted for coordinating parallel merger reviews, cross‑border investigations, and multi‑jurisdictional litigation. The team offers comprehensive capabilities across merger control and foreign investment reviews, conduct and cartel investigations, complex litigation, and strategic counseling, including at the intersection of antitrust and intellectual property.

Learn more: www.bakerbotts.com/services/practice-areas/antitrust-and-competition-law

Chambers Review

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Antitrust - District of Columbia

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Baker Botts L.L.P. has a high-quality Washington, DC antitrust practice with proficiency in M&A, civil litigation and criminal investigations. Best known for its expertise in the energy sector as well as representing clients in technology, automotive and manufacturing. Frequently sought by clients to handle complex multijurisdictional matters and large-scale cartel investigations across the world.

Work Highlights

  • Baker Botts advised Liberty Media on its EUR4.2 billion acquisition of Dorna Sports, S.L., the exclusive commercial rights holder to the MotoGP™ World Championship.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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John Taladay
2
John Taladay
2
Band 2
John Taladay is highly regarded for his all-encompassing antitrust practice. He is equally at home guiding clients through sophisticated merger review proceedings as he is managing cartel and anticompetitive behavior investigations and litigation.

John is absolutely exceptional.

John brings with him vast experience, unique ways to strategize and relationships with relevant regulators. He is very wise, thinks clearly and knows how to build a great strategy with the client.

Paul C Cuomo
4
Paul C Cuomo
4
Band 4
Paul Cuomo is commended for his transactional work in the antitrust space, advising clients engaged in significant cross-border transactions. He regularly appears before US and international competition agencies.

Paul was incredible in navigating the process.

Paul consistently demonstrates exceptional responsiveness, ensuring that matters are addressed promptly and efficiently.

Erik Koons
5
Erik Koons
5
Band 5

Erik Koons comes recommended for his handling of competitor and class actions especially in the pharmaceuticals sector.

Erik is very well-versed in antitrust law and is very practical and business-focused.

Erik is real, authentic and doesn't waste your time. He is not afraid to be honest but will do whatever he can to help determine a resolution to whatever is needed.

Ranked Lawyers at
Baker Botts L.L.P.

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District of Columbia

Antitrust

John Taladay
2
John Taladay
2
Band 2
Paul C Cuomo
4
Paul C Cuomo
4
Band 4
Antitrust: Litigation Specialists

Erik Koons
5
Erik Koons
5
Band 5

Members

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Anthony W. Swisher

Catriona Hatton

Head of Department

Christine M. Ryu-Naya

Christopher Wilson

Ed Duffy

Erik Koons

Evan Werbel

James Kress

Jana Seidl

Jeffrey S. Oliver

Jody Boudreault

Matthew B. Adler

Paul C Cuomo

Paul C Cuomo

Head of Department

Stacy L. Turner