Keeping Your Deal on Track: Antitrust Issues in Mergers and Acquisitions

Foley proudly hosted the third Web conference in our 2008 M&A Briefing Series. Partners Adam C. Lenain and Alan D. Rutenberg and Of Counsel Sophie Lignier presented on antitrust issues involved in mergers and acquisitions.

This Web conference discussed a variety of key antitrust considerations, both domestic and international, that businesses need to keep in mind in when exploring mergers and acquisitions. Specifically, the panel discussed:

• Identifying and addressing antitrust concerns


• Limitations and structuring considerations for due diligence and integration planning


• Antitrust clauses in purchase agreements


• An overview of the application of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act and international merger control obligations


• Guidance in creating deal-related documents


• An update on agency enforcement activities