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Cooley LLP

Antitrust

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia

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Cooley LLP

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Antitrust - District of Columbia

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Cooley LLP has a well-regarded antitrust practice with an emphasis on transactional work including merger filing and counseling. Also demonstrates expertise in civil litigation. Handles matters in a variety of industries including media, telecommunication, technology, life sciences and increasingly private equity. Possesses a highly experienced bench of attorneys, including a number of former DOJ and FTC attorneys.
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Work Highlights

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  • Cooley LLP advised 3SBio on the antitrust aspects of its exclusive licensing agreement with Pfizer. 3SBIO will receive $1.25 billion upfront and is eligible to milestone payments up to $4.8 billion.

Strengths

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  • The Cooley team offer practical and clear guidance. They work cooperatively and are very responsive.

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  • Cooley handle complex matters in new industries and involving new tech.

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  • Cooley are subject matter experts who provide practical and pragmatic advice. They are responsive, thorough and very hands-on when you need them to get into the weeds.

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  • Cooley sets itself apart with antitrust lawyers capable of taking tough matters to trial in addition to reaching resolutions with government enforcers. They demonstrate superior litigation skills, expertise, demeanor and collegiality.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Megan Browdie
    Megan Browdie

    Megan Browdie

    Megan Browdie has an accomplished practice advising on the antitrust aspects of major transactions. She typically advises clients within the technology, pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

    • Megan is an excellent lawyer. She has a lot of experience and is always focused on her clients' interests.

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    • Megan is brilliant with a very good understanding of competition law. She is very well informed about substantive issues that interest US agencies.

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    • Megan is very commercial. She is able to understand the client's ultimate goal and deliver to that.

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  • Norman Armstrong
    Norman Armstrong

    Norman Armstrong

    Norman Armstrong is commended for his agency-facing practice, handling both civil and criminal investigations for large clients. He also advises on the antitrust class actions.

    • Norman is highly thought of.

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    • Norman is an excellent lawyer and nice to work with.

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  • M Howard Morse
    M Howard Morse

    M Howard Morse

    Howard Morse handles merger and conduct investigations before the DOJ, FTC and state attorneys general.
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