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About Matthew McDonald
Matthew is counsel in our antitrust, competition, and trade practice based in Washington, DC. Matthew represents industry-leading companies before the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the US Department of Justice (DOJ) on merger matters and civil conduct investigations as well as provides antitrust counseling throughout due diligence and deal negotiation process. Matthew also has experience advising on a wide range of business practices, such as competitor collaborations and vertical relationships.
He has significant experience in a variety of industries with a particular emphasis on technology; aerospace and defense; telecommunications; retail and consumer goods; and distribution.
Prior to joining Freshfields, Matthew worked at an international law firm and was an attorney at the FTC’s Mergers IV Division, where he represented the FTC in antitrust merger investigations and litigation.
Qualifications
Education
- JD, Columbia Law School.
- BA, Economics, University of Virginia.