Adam J. Biegel
Antitrust Law
Antitrust Law
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Adam Biegel leads Alston & Bird’s Washington, D.C., antitrust practice team. He has substantial experience representing clients on antitrust counseling and litigation matters, including those involving government and internal investigations, mergers and joint ventures, pricing and distribution practices, compliance counseling and training, multidistrict litigation and pre-merger reviews under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, particularly in the health care, manufacturing, financial services and chemical sectors. He regularly represents clients before the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general, and coordinates many cross-border competition matters. Mr. Biegel has been recognized for his antitrust experience by Chambers USA and Best Lawyers®. He is a longtime member of the leadership of the American Bar Association’s Section of Antitrust Law, having served on its governing board and chaired its Corporate Counseling Committee. He speaks and writes regularly on antitrust topics and has contributed to publications by West, Global Legal Group and the ABA. Mr. Biegel served as a law clerk to the Hon. Frank M. Hull, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Prior to attending law school, he worked as a reporter for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and on the legislative staff of U.S. Senator Orrin Hatch (R-Utah). Read more: https://www.alston.com/professionals/adam-biegel/
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011
Matthew Miller
When our company faced a high-stakes, multi-district antitrust litigation, the selection of counsel was critical. We engaged Adam Biegel based on his formidable reputation, and he exceeded every expectation. His deep, 27-year expertise in antitrust counseling and litigation was immediately evident. Adam and his team at Alston & Bird conducted a masterful analysis of the complex market dynamics at play, constructing a defense that was both strategically sound and meticulously detailed. His leadership of the firm's D.C. antitrust practice meant we benefited from a cohesive team with unparalleled resources. The recognition he has received, including being named Lawyer of the Year, is clearly well-deserved. Beyond his sharp legal mind, Adam possesses a rare ability to explain intricate legal concepts in clear business terms, ensuring our leadership was fully informed and empowered at every decision point. His calm, steady guidance through a tremendously stressful period was invaluable. The matter was resolved on terms far more favorable than we had anticipated, a direct result of his sophisticated approach and relentless preparation. For any business navigating the complexities of antitrust law, Adam Biegel is the definitive choice.