Orrick Expands Legal Expertise with Addition of Former FTC General Counsel Anisha Dasgupta in New York


Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP, a firm known for its expansive reach in key legal areas, has announced the addition of Anisha Dasgupta to its esteemed ranks in New York. Dasgupta joins as a partner, bringing her considerable expertise to the firm’s Supreme Court & appellate and antitrust litigation practices.
Orrick shared the news earlier this week, cementing its commitment to bolstering its capabilities in crucial sectors.

Dasgupta is no stranger to the complexities of antitrust appellate litigation and has extensive experience dealing with regulatory matters tied to consumer litigation, privacy, and the ever-evolving technology landscape. She is expected to influence Orrick’s representation significantly, with her focus on serving clients within the life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and technology industries.

Her impressive career trajectory includes a tenure as general counsel of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), where she honed her skills in managing intricate legal challenges. This move marks a significant shift from her previous role and presents her with an opportunity to apply her unique insights in a new arena.

With Dasgupta’s appointment, Orrick aims to leverage her vast regulatory knowledge and litigation experience, particularly as the legal demands appear set to increase in the aforementioned sectors. This strategic hire underscores the firm’s continuous drive to enhance its specialist offerings and provide top-tier legal solutions to its clients.

For further details, refer to the full release on Bloomberg Law.