The ABA Antitrust Spring Meeting is the premier annual gathering for professionals in antitrust, consumer protection, and data privacy law. Organized by the American Bar Association's Antitrust Law Section, this event brings together legal practitioners, government enforcers, economists, academics, and policymakers from around the world to discuss and analyze the latest developments in competition law and policy.
The 2026 meeting will feature over 70 educational sessions covering a wide array of topics, including enforcement priorities, global merger regulations, antitrust litigation strategies, and the intersection of artificial intelligence with antitrust enforcement. Notable sessions include "Antitrust Ethics... at the Movies!", "Enforcement Priorities Under Trump 2.0", "AI, Algorithms and Antitrust Enforcement Trends", and "Global Antitrust Developments in the Pharmaceutical Sector".
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in diverse dialogues, career conversations, and fireside chats with global experts. The event also offers networking opportunities, an expo hall showcasing the latest in legal technology and services, and features prominent speakers such as judges from various U.S. District Courts and senior U.S. circuit judges.
This meeting is essential for legal professionals, economists, and policymakers involved in antitrust and consumer protection law. It provides a platform to stay updated on current trends, gain insights from leading experts, and connect with peers from across the globe.
Speakers
Douglas H. Ginsburg
Senior U.S. Circuit Judge at U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia
Judge Douglas H. Ginsburg serves on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, offering deep insights into competition law and policy.
Edward M. Chen
U.S. District Judge at U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Judge Edward M. Chen presides over cases in the Northern District of California, bringing extensive experience in complex antitrust litigation.
Megan E. Jones
Partner at Hausfeld LLP
Megan E. Jones is a partner at Hausfeld LLP, specializing in antitrust litigation and serving as moderator for the 'Views from the Bench' session.
Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers
U.S. District Judge at U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers adjudicates complex antitrust matters in the Northern District of California.
Event Details
- Date
- March 25-27, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C.
- Pricing
- $1,850
- Audience
- Legal practitioners, government enforcers, economists, academics, policymakers
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
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