Media Mentions
2012
“Chancellor Leo Strine Tackles Confis”
The Deal, February 3, 2012
Raymond Jacobsen Jr. was mentioned as antitrust counsel to Martin Marietta in its proposed takeover of Vulcan Materials, in which terms of the confidentiality agreements (“confis”) that the companies signed are now the subject of litigation in Delaware Chancery Court.
Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
“William Simon: 1912-2011”
Global Competition Review, January 12, 2012
Raymond Jacobsen called the late William Simon, co-founder of Howrey Simon Baker & Murchison, “the best antitrust lawyer in history – he set the standard by which all antitrust lawyers will be judged. Mr. Jacobsen had earlier in his career practiced with Simon and described him as “a joy to work with” and “devoted to clients, his partners and his family.”
Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
“Remembering a Pair of Pioneers”
National Law Journal, January 9, 2011
Raymond Jacobsen, Jr., reflected on the late Bill Simon, a leader at a major Washington, D.C., firm where Mr. Jacobsen had previously practiced. He said that Mr. Simon was a unique litigator for arguing on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants before a wide range of courts and forums. “He did it all,” Mr. Jacobsen said. “He was unusual in that he did so many things well, and clients insisted on using him.”
Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
2011
“Judges in Three States Weigh Hostile Bid for Vulcan”
The Deal Pipeline, December 21, 2011
Raymond Jacobsen was noted as antitrust counsel to Martin Marietta Materials Inc. in a disputed takeover bid involving Vulcan Materials. The controversy includes claims filed in three different courts involving corporate, contract and federal securities laws.
Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
“Obama Gives Boost to D.C. Law”
US News & World Report/Best Lawyers, November 1, 2011
Bobby Burchfield called the Obama administration “more aggressive than the prior administration” at changing “the framework that businesses operate in,” which creates more government, regulatory, and public policy work for firms with a strong Washington presence like McDermott. Raymond Jacobsen, Jr. noted that “the Obama administration is bringing more cases, cases with higher penalties, and going after deals that have been closed,” with the Federal Trade Commission being “particularly aggressive” regarding healthcare, pharmaceutical and telecom deals. “It is a good time to be an antitrust lawyer,” Mr. Jacobsen added.
Bobby R. Burchfield, Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition, Trial
“Third Circuit Upholds Amgen Dismissal”
Global Competition Review, June 15, 2011
Raymond Jacobsen, Bobby Burchfield, Jon Dubrow and William Diaz were noted as counsel to Amgen, Inc. in securing the Third Circuit Court’s affirmation of a lower court ruling that dismissed a potential class action antitrust lawsuit brought by a hospital on behalf of a potential class of plaintiffs.
Bobby R. Burchfield, William Diaz, Jon B. Dubrow, Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition, Trial
“3rd Circ. Affirms Dismissal of Amgen Tying Suit”
Law360, June 14, 2011
Bobby Burchfield, Jon Dubrow, David Hanselman, Raymond Jacobsen, William Diaz and Lincoln Mayer are listed as McDermott co-counsel in defense of Amgen in a Third Circuit ruling that held a Pennsylvania hospital lacked standing to represent a class of drug purchasers in allegations of federal antitrust law violation against the company.
Bobby R. Burchfield, William Diaz, Jon B. Dubrow, David L. Hanselman Jr., Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Lincoln Mayer, Antitrust & Competition, Trial
“FTC Demands Changes to Petrol Pipeline Deal”
Global Competition Review, May 27, 2011
Raymond Jacobsen and Joel Grosberg were noted as counsel to Irving Oil Terminals in its purchase of pipeline and terminal assets from ExxonMobil. To secure FTC approval of the deal, Irving Oil will not acquire certain terminals or a pipeline in Southern Maine.
Joel R. Grosberg, Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
“FTC Imposes Conditions on Maine Gas Terminal and Pipeline Deal”
Blog of Legal Times, May 27, 2011
Raymond Jacobsen and Joel Grosberg advised Canada’s Irving Oil in its Maine terminal and pipeline acquisition from ExxonMobil. A proposed FTC order as part of the agency’s approval focused on restructuring certain aspects of the transaction.
Joel R. Grosberg, Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
2009
Raymond Jacobson was interviewed by Law360 on May 26 concerning his antitrust practice and the direction he sees for antitrust law. "What's exciting about antitrust law is that it is a blend of economic principles, industry developments and politics," he explained. "To be successful you need to understand all three disciplines and be able to convince the regulators and the courts that there are many factors, outside your client's control, that will prevent your client's conduct from being anti-competitive." Mr. Jacobson said he believes the next wave in antitrust enforcement will involve "more cases relating to 'reverse payments' in the drug industry; standard setting; bundling and price signaling. Those all remain 'gray areas.'" To view the entire Q&A click here.
Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
2007
Raymond A. Jacobsen, Jr. completed a Q&A on October 2 published by Competition Law360 regarding his work in antitrust law.
Raymond A. Jacobsen Jr., Antitrust & Competition
2005
Ray Jacobsen was quoted in the August 4 issue of the New York Law Journal regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to hear, Texaco v. Dagher, which could determine whether joint ventures that agree to fix prices are subject to the per se rule disapproving of the practice. "If it's not reversed, it could have a chilling effect on joint ventures in every industry in the country," commented Mr. Jacobsen, who wrote an amicus brief on behalf of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers asking the Court to overturn the ruling.
