Monopolization & Vertical Restraints
Delivering expert analysis of anticompetitive conduct in prominent and challenging disputes
A recognized leader in analyzing complex antitrust disputes
Bates White is a recognized leader in analyzing allegations of monopolization, monopoly maintenance, and other trade restraints, with deep experience in Sherman Act Section 1 and Section 2 disputes. Our experts have assessed the economic underpinnings of a wide range of business practices, including exclusive dealing, bundling, aftermarkets abuse, predation, patent misuse, loyalty rebates, refusals to deal, and other types of potentially exclusionary practices. Our team is routinely trusted to support clients in the most economically complex disputes.
Working with clients to deliver analytical excellence
We develop economic analyses that fit with our clients’ litigation strategy in both private and public matters that involve monopolization claims. Our work spans a wide variety of industries and forms of potentially anticompetitive conduct, including landmark, precedent-setting cases involving allegations of monopolization in high-tech industries. Regardless of case size, industry, or complexity, our experts provide rigorous, data-driven economic analyses and testimony that stand up to the highest levels of scrutiny.
