Hogan Lovells US LLP offers a merger control team of experts based in Washington DC, working closely with its colleagues in offices across Europe to advise on global deals. Team head Logan Breed has particular experience in the computer software, hardware, e-commerce, telecoms, and media and entertainment matters. For the healthcare sector, Kenneth Field is the go to, advising clients on all elements of antitrust and competition law before the FTC, Department of Justice, and state attorneys general. Lauren Battaglia has notable growing experience of antitrust law and artificial intelligence. The team grew in 2024 with the addition of Jennifer Fleury, formerly of the FTC Bureau of Competition.
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Key clients
- Sovos Brands, Inc.
- ASSA ABLOY
- Anschutz Entertainment Group (LiveNation/Ticketmaster)
- Walmart
- Alterra Mountain Company (“Alterra”)
Work highlights
- Successfully defending Henry Ford Health System in an antitrust matter related to its acquisition of seven Detroit Area Hospitals from Ascension Health.
- Representing Walmart on antitrust issues related to its agreement to acquire VIZIO Holding Corp. in a transaction valued at approximately US$2.3 billion.
- Representing Sovos Brands, Inc. on its sale to Campbell Soup Company for approximately US$2.7 billion.
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Logan Breed
Other key lawyers
Justin Bernick; Charles Loughlin; Kenneth Field; Lauren Battaglia; Jennifer Fleury