Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe is undergoing a clear period of growth, driven by a series of senior hires and an increasing focus on how rapid innovation is reshaping antitrust enforcement, particularly in technology and life sciences. Eric Hochstadt co-leads the firm’s antitrust litigation offering from New York and brings experience across matters with significant international reach. Amy Ray co-leads the practice from Washington, DC and is recognised for her work on merger reviews, government investigations, and high-stakes antitrust litigation, combining technical expertise with strategic oversight. The team is further strengthened in New York by Anisha Dasgupta, who joined from the FTC where she served as general counsel, bringing nearly two decades of senior enforcement, appellate, and regulatory experience.
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Key clients
- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Microsoft Corporation
- Saks Fifth Avenue
- Realtek Semiconductor Group
Work highlights
Representing Michael Jordan’s long-time financial advisor and investment partner, Curtis Polk, in defending against NASCAR’s counterclaim that named him individually, along with 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, for allegedly organizing a conspiracy to restrain trade in the market for entry of cars into NASCAR Cup Series races.
Successfully secured a motion to dismiss with prejudice for Saks Fifth Avenue and co-defendant luxury retail brands in an alleged "no-poach" antitrust class action.
Practice head
Amy W. Ray; Eric Hochstadt
Other key lawyers
Anisha Dasgupta; Anna Aryankalayil