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DOJ Revives ‘Quick Looks’ And Issues First Model Timing Agreement Introducing ‘Expedited Consideration’ For Merger Reviews
The Department of Justice has introduced a new model timing agreement that standardizes "quick look" investigations for merger reviews, potentially expediting antitrust clearance processes. This development offers merging parties increased timing certainty and cost savings, but also introduces new trade-offs including mandatory waiting periods and restrictions on closing transactions during challenges. Understanding how to navigate these expedited consideration mechanisms could prove critical for companies

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