Ninth Annual Celebrating Women in Competition Law in California
by California Lawyers Association's Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section
The Ninth Annual "Celebrating Women in Competition Law in California" is a premier event organized by the California Lawyers Association's Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section. Scheduled for March 5, 2026, in San Francisco, this gathering honors the achievements of women in the field of competition law.
The event features a panel discussion with distinguished female leaders in competition law, including Megan E. Jones, Partner at Hausfeld; Beatriz Mejia, Partner at Cooley; Paradi Javandel, Trial Attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division; and Katie Larkin-Wong, Director of Competition and Litigation at DoorDash. The panel is moderated by The Honorable Lucy H. Koh of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Topics covered include career paths, overcoming gender-based obstacles, and strategies for recognizing and eliminating bias in the legal profession.
Attendees can look forward to a structured agenda: registration and a welcome reception from 5:00 to 5:30 PM, the panel discussion from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, and a networking reception from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. The event is hosted at Covington & Burling LLP, Salesforce Tower, 415 Mission Street, Suite 5400, San Francisco, CA 94105. The registration fee is $25 for all attendees, with law students admitted free of charge. The event offers 1.0 Hour of Recognition and Elimination of Bias MCLE credit.
This event is ideal for legal professionals, particularly women in competition law, seeking to network, gain insights from experienced practitioners, and discuss strategies for advancing in the field. It provides a platform to celebrate achievements, share experiences, and foster connections within the legal community.
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Speakers(8)
Beatriz Mejia
Partner at Cooley
Beatriz Mejia leads Cooley's San Francisco litigation department, focusing on civil antitrust litigation, class actions, and international cartel investigations. She is an active member of the ABA’s Antitrust Section and serves on the Executive Committee of the California Lawyer Association Antitrust and Consumer Protection Section.
Bonnie Lau
Partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati LLP
Bonnie Lau is a partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati LLP, specializing in antitrust and competition law.
Jill M. Manning
Mediator, Arbitrator & Court-Appointed Neutral at JAMS
Jill M. Manning is a mediator, arbitrator, and court-appointed neutral at JAMS, specializing in resolving complex commercial disputes.
Kate Patchen
Partner at Covington & Burling LLP
Kate Patchen is a partner at Covington & Burling LLP, focusing on antitrust and competition law.
Katie Larkin-Wong
Director, Competition and Litigation at DoorDash
Katie Larkin-Wong manages competition risks at DoorDash, overseeing M&A, product counseling, investigations, and litigation. She has led the company's competition regulatory approval strategy for acquisitions and advises on global competition compliance.
Megan E. Jones
Partner at Hausfeld
Megan Jones co-chairs Hausfeld's Antitrust Department, leading complex antitrust cases to protect competition. She has been recognized for her expertise in managing multidistrict litigations and securing significant settlements.
Paradi Javandel
Trial Attorney at United States Department of Justice, Antitrust Division
Paradi Javandel is a Trial Attorney in the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division’s San Francisco Office, investigating price fixing, bid rigging, and other criminal antitrust cartel schemes. She has worked on numerous international and domestic criminal antitrust investigations across various industries.
The Honorable Lucy H. Koh
United States Court of Appeal Judge for the Ninth Circuit
Judge Lucy H. Koh was appointed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit by President Biden in December 2021. She previously served as a U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of California and as a Superior Court Judge in Santa Clara County.
Event Details
- Date
- March 5, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States
- Covington & Burling LLP, Salesforce Tower, 415 Mission Street, Suite 5400, San Francisco, CA 94105
- Pricing
- $25 for all attendees
- Audience
- Legal professionals, particularly women in competition law
- CLE Credits
- 1.0 Hour Recognition and Elimination of Bias
- Attendees
- Not specified