Private Equity in the Antitrust Enforcement Crosshairs 2021 | Practising Law Institute (PLI) | 30 November 2021 | Online
Venue
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| Event Date | Tue Nov 30 EST (about 3 years ago) |
| Location | Online |
| Region | Americas |
Details
We will be addressing the antitrust issues that the FTC and other antitrust agencies will prioritize and how private equity firms can minimize their risks.
• Recent policy shifts at the FTC and DOJ -- what does that mean for private equity? (10 minutes).
• The recent wave of merger enforcement by the agencies -- we will discuss the new and changing rules by the antitrust agencies and the risk that completed deals might be challenged. (20 minutes).
• Importance of due diligence of assets and businesses acquired by private equity to avoid buying an antitrust problem -- we will discuss the theories by which private equity owners can be held responsible for the wrongdoing of portfolio companies. (15 minutes).
• Management of competing businesses by private equity and how to minimize antitrust exposure -- we will discuss the risks presented by owning minority interests in competing businesses as well as interlocking directorate concerns. (15 minutes).
Program Level: Update
• Intended Audience: In-house counsel, outside attorneys, compliance, finance and other allied professionals advising private equity firms and practicing in the area of antitrust regulation and enforcement.
• Prerequisites: None.
• Advanced Preparation: None.
Speakers
2021 Speakers
Tasneem Chipty
Managing Director, Global Co-Leader of Economics Consulting, AlixPartners
Craig P. Seebald
Managing Partner, Vinson & Elkins LLP
W. Matthew Strock
Partner, Vinson & Elkins LLP
Lindsey R. Vaala
Attorney, Vinson & Elkins LLP