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While plaintiff antitrust cases have recently attracted significant attention from many law firms, they have been our focus for 40+ years. Sperling Kenny Nachwalter lawyers are the pioneers of plaintiff direct action antitrust cases, and we offer more experience in direct action/opt-out plaintiff's litigation than perhaps any other firm in the country. When direct actions are not possible or are impractical, we bring antitrust actions on behalf of putative classes to address harms to competition. We spend considerable professional time on the front end of a potential case thoroughly researching its merits and working hand-in-hand with our economics team to evaluate the case before recommending a course of action to a client.

We excel in monetizing realized and unrealized claims and pursuing redress, and, as a result, we have secured billions in antitrust recoveries for plaintiffs to date. We attribute this success to our experience and strategic approach to litigation, crafting compelling legal theories and practical solutions, conducting rigorous economic analysis, managing discovery efficiently, remaining sensitive to clients’ business relationships, and effectively interacting with clients, adversaries, experts, judges, and juries. We partner with clients to solve business problems through all phases of litigation, at trial, and in arbitrations.

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Antitrust - Florida

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What the Team is Known For

Sperling Kenny Nachwalter is a market-leading practice, predominantly representing plaintiffs in nationwide antitrust cases. Frequently engaged to act on behalf of companies having issues with suppliers or competitors across a wide range of industries, with recent cases centering on the food, electronics and pharmaceutical sectors. Particularly noted for its depth of experience in opt-out matters and also handles international cartel cases.

Work Highlights

  • Sperling Kenny Nachwalter represented plaintiffs including Walgreen, The Kroger Company and Albertsons Companies against approximately 40 manufacturers of generic drugs alleging the existence of a cartel.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Richard Arnold
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Richard Arnold
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Richard Arnold remains a popular choice for plaintiffs and defendants seeking representation in sophisticated antitrust disputes. He is a highly experienced trial lawyer with notable expertise in acting for individual plaintiffs.

He is one of the leading antitrust lawyers in the country.

Richard Arnold is a first-rate trial lawyer. More importantly, he matches that skill set with a keen understanding of the settlement process.

Scott Perwin
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Scott Perwin
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Scott Perwin wins market-wide recognition for his skills as a litigator. He is considered a go-to for complex antitrust disputes and offers particular expertise in matters concerning the healthcare sector.

Scott's knowledge and experience make him stand out.

He is very knowledgeable and quick. Not many lawyers can get to the core issues in a case or brief as quickly as Scott.

William J. Blechman
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William J. Blechman
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William Blechman focuses his practice on the representation of individual plaintiffs and regularly handles cases relating to allegations of price fixing and monopolization.

He is one of a handful of go-to lawyers for massive, industry-reforming litigation. He is bright, practical and can-do.

Bill offers strategic thinking and guidance to complex plaintiff-side matters, and often brings a unique and wise perspective that other plaintiff-side lawyers do not possess.

He is excellent at strategy, case management and client relations.

Bill Blechman is insightful, academic where necessary, and always practical.

Anna Neill
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Anna Neill
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Anna Neill has considerable experience as a litigator. She is particularly noted for her representation of pharmaceutical clients in antitrust matters.

She is a smart, first chair trial lawyer with excellent judgment.

She is an impressive litigator who is well prepared and knows her stuff.

She is a really good strategist and her written and oral advocacy is up there.

Doug Patton
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Doug Patton
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Doug Patton is recommended for his experience as a trial lawyer. He regularly handles a wide range of antitrust matters.

He is a great lawyer, who is very helpful and has good insights.

Doug is terrific and his powers of analysis stand out.

Michael Ponzoli
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Michael Ponzoli
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Michael Ponzoli focuses his practice on cartels. He represents companies across a number of industries including pharmaceuticals and railroads. Noted for his plaintiff expertise, representing clients seeking individualized relief.

Michael is excellent and very funny which speaks to his intelligence. He works very hard, is diligent and makes good decisions.

Michael is an excellent attorney who is particularly skilled in depositions and other discovery. He is strong on his feet in court and is also a skilled strategic thinker.

Samuel Randall
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Samuel Randall
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Samuel Randall is recognized for his abilities as a litigator. Clients benefit from his prior role as an Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Southern District of Florida.

Sam is a very practical litigator, who is smart and has the best grasp of the case.

Sam is an excellent all-around lawyer. He is very strong in court, at depositions and discovery and is a highly capable legal writer and analyst.

Lauren Ravkind
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Lauren Ravkind
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Lauren Ravkind gains recognition for her representation of plaintiffs in notable antitrust matters, particularly in the pharmaceutical space.

She is a meticulous case manager who makes sure everything runs smoothly.

Her analytical capabilities and collegiality make her stand out.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Antitrust

Richard Arnold
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Richard Arnold
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Senior Statespeople
Scott Perwin
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Scott Perwin
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William J. Blechman
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William J. Blechman
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Anna Neill
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Anna Neill
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Doug Patton
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Doug Patton
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Band 2
Michael Ponzoli
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Michael Ponzoli
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Samuel Randall
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Samuel Randall
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Lauren Ravkind
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Lauren Ravkind
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