Brian McClelland, MBA

Brian McClelland is a consulting expert who leads teams on complex antitrust and finance litigation matters to deliver impactful economic analyses, discovery, and settlement support.

Brian McClelland plays a multifaceted role at Bates White, driving client engagement, operational excellence, and practice development across the firm. Recognized for his strong project and client management skills, he ensures work is delivered efficiently and collaboratively, aligning the Bates White team with both client goals and the firm’s broader operational priorities.

Brian specializes in antitrust and finance matters involving complex litigation, where he frequently leads teams providing economic analyses, data mining and analyses, and discovery support. He has extensive expertise with direct-action plaintiff groups, for which he oversees discovery support, damages analysis, and settlement and mediation support. He also works on defense matters, helping clients resolve civil exposure for both class and direct-action litigation, develop settlement strategies, and navigate government investigations.

Within the firm, Brian plays a key role in assessing internal business processes and evaluating strategies to streamline processes and improve client service. He helps lead the firm’s Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity Committees. He also played a key role in the firm’s first pro bono project, collaborating with a firm client, and subsequently helped establish the Pro Bono Committee, which has since become a core component of the firm’s business model. Recognized for his thoughtful and strategic approach, Brian consistently brings methodical business acumen to every project he leads.