The Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act continues to shape the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape, with recent developments introducing new complexities for businesses. The new HSR rules, which went into effect on February 10, 2025, require significantly more information, data, and documents, including written descriptions of transaction rationales and competitive overlaps. As companies adapt to these changes, understanding the practical implications of the HSR rules is crucial for successful deal execution.

Join members of McDermott Will & Schulte’s Antitrust Group for an in-depth examination of the current HSR filing regime and its impact on M&A transactions.

Discussion topics will include:

• High-level discussion of the material changes
• How the changes can impact HSR positioning and timing based on the profile of the deal
• Scope of data and documents that must be submitted with the HSR filing
• The impact of transaction structures on reporting requirements
• Changes in approach and “market” terms for purchase agreement provisions
• Emerging state “Mini-HSR” laws and their implications

Continuing legal education (CLE) credit is pending. McDermott Will & Schulte LLP is an approved provider and can provide credit in California, Illinois, and New York. McDermott Will & Schulte is a sponsor and will apply for credit in Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia when lawyers licensed in these jurisdictions are in attendance. We can issue reciprocal credit for lawyers licensed in Connecticut and New Jersey. For all other jurisdictions not listed, attendees will be provided with a Universal Certificate of Attendance that they may use to self-apply for CLE credit in their state of admission. Attendees should contact their state’s CLE board for current rules, regulations, and guidance.