Navigating the Risks of State Attorney General Enforcement Actions

State attorneys general are poised to take on a more significant role in antitrust, consumer protection and white collar enforcement in the coming years, as the federal government’s approach to those areas continues to evolve.

Won an unprecedented trial verdict as lead trial counsel in a case of first impression defended by the California Attorney General. The court invalidated a California regulation, finding it unconstitutionally impaired contracts with the world’s leading diesel engine manufacturers and amounted to an illegal recall.
Won summary judgment against the State of New Hampshire for a handheld outdoor power tool manufacturer in declaratory judgment matter regarding the state’s new dealer laws. Summary judgment upheld on appeal to the New Hampshire Supreme Court.
In a matter of first impression, defended claims asserted by the former Virginia attorney general seeking to impose the Lanham Act and state false advertising liability on a political fundraising speech.
Represented major consumer products companies in state attorney general and local district attorney investigations into alleged slack fill in packaging. Closed with no action or favorably settled.
Handled a Florida criminal antitrust investigation by the Florida Attorney General’s Office of chemical manufacturers and distributors for possible price fixing and bid rigging. No prosecutions were brought.