Hausfeld LLP is widely recognized for its expertise in antitrust and class action litigation, handling complex, multi-party matters across sectors including financial services, consumer goods, and industrial equipment. The firm is particularly noted for its involvement in cases that intersect with government enforcement actions. Having secured billions of dollars in recoveries across more than 100 settlements, the team is valued for its strategic case management and consistent performance in large-scale class actions. San Francisco-based co-chair Megan Jones focuses on recovering damages for companies harmed by antitrust cartel conduct. New York-based co-chair Scott Martin frequently advises corporate clients on resolving regulatory investigations. Brian Ratner, based in Washington DC, is noted for his experience across all stages of global antitrust litigation, while Melinda Coolidge, also based in DC, is recognized for her strength in private enforcement and maximizing client recoveries. Michael Hausfeld operates from Washington DC and is widely regarded for his role in landmark competition cases in the US and internationally.
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Key clients

  • American Honda Motor Company
  • BMW Group
  • CONSOL Energy Corporation
  • Deutsche Bahn AG
  • District of Columbia Attorney General
  • GKN Automotive
  • Hertz Europe
  • Louisiana Pacific
  • MolsonCoors
  • Peabody Energy
  • PepsiCo
  • Renault

Work highlights

Represented plaintiffs in the first federal antitrust class action against RealPage and major property managers alleging nationwide algorithmic price-fixing in the multifamily rental market, with proposed settlements totaling $141.8m.
Represented a nationwide class of broiler chicken growers as court-appointed co-lead counsel in a wage-suppression antitrust action, securing class certification and settlements exceeding $169m, and subsequently filed follow-on claims against additional poultry producers.
Represented direct purchasers as court-appointed co-lead counsel in US antitrust proceedings against the four largest global fragrance suppliers, achieving denial of motions to dismiss and a proposed $26m initial settlement in a worldwide price-fixing investigation.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Michael Hausfeld
Michael Hausfeld
Megan Jones
Megan Jones
Brian Ratner
Brian Ratner
Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Melinda Coolidge
Melinda Coolidge
Practice head

Scott Martin; Megan Jones

Other key lawyers

Hilary Scherrer; Sathya Gosselin; Reena Gambhir; Michael Hausfeld; Brian Ratner; Melinda Coolidge