Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Counting domestic and multinational corporations, as well as individuals among its key roster of clients, Kirkland & Ellis LLP leverages its extensive expertise in both civil and criminal antitrust matters involving the US government, foreign authorities, and international entities like the European Commission. At the helm of the practice is a trio of experts: team is co-led by three seasoned attorneys: Daniel Laytin, whose broad practice spans industries such as material sciences, pharmaceuticals, energy, and food; James Mutchnik, who is highly regarded for his focus on antitrust issues intersecting with white-collar crime, including price-fixing and price discrimination defenses; and Christa Cottrell, a skilled litigator and accomplished trial lawyer. All listed attorneys are based in Chicago.