William Lavery is a partner in the Antitrust and Competition Practice of Baker Botts’ Washington, D.C. office. Some of the world’s largest companies rely on Mr. Lavery’s more than a decade of experience for major “bet the company” antitrust litigations, criminal and civil antitrust investigations, and mergers. Clients in industries including technology, foundry, pharmaceutical, chemical, energy, transportation and agriculture seek Mr. Lavery’s representation in cases alleging a broad range of antitrust violations, including price-fixing, monopolization, Robinson-Patman violations, and sham litigation. Mr. Lavery also represents numerous companies in internal investigations and in implementing antitrust compliance programs.
2022 Awards
Distinctions
Nominee, 2022 Antitrust Writing Awards: Business, Intellectual Property
Nominee, 2019 Antitrust Writing Awards: Business, Intellectual Property
Nominee, 2019 Antitrust Writing Awards: Business, General Antitrust

