Alston & Bird has strengthened its antitrust and competition team by recruiting Daniel Gilman, a former Crowell & Moring partner and senior official at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This strategic hire underscores the firm’s commitment to enhancing its expertise in regulatory and antitrust matters.
Gilman, who joins Alston & Bird as a partner, brings with him significant experience from his tenure with the FTC, where he was instrumental in advising on complex antitrust and consumer protection issues. His role at the FTC involved crucial policy-making and enforcement actions, which have equipped him with a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape. For more details on Gilman’s professional transition, see Bloomberg Law’s report.
Prior to his role at Crowell & Moring, Gilman held several positions at the FTC, ultimately serving as an attorney advisor in the Office of Policy Planning. His expertise is expected to bolster Alston & Bird’s ability to navigate the increasingly complex regulatory environment, especially as the firm anticipates heightened antitrust scrutiny in various sectors.
Gilman’s move comes at a time when antitrust practices are under the spotlight, with government agencies globally intensifying their focus on ensuring fair competition. Legal professionals familiar with the trends in regulatory scrutiny will recognize the strategic importance of such hires for law firms seeking to provide comprehensive advisory and defense capabilities to their clients.
For businesses and legal outfits facing regulatory challenges, this acquisition highlights Alston & Bird’s dedication to expanding its advisory services, which could be integral in addressing evolving antitrust concerns. The move aligns with a broader trend where law firms are increasingly enhancing their in-house capabilities to meet the demands of a more rigorous antitrust regulatory regime.