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Crew Group, Inc. in connection with their leveraged buy-out.{{ FIELD }}Ashland Inc., in connection with their acquisition of International Specialty Products Inc.{{ FIELD }}Ashland Inc., in connection with their disposition of their chemical distribution business.{{ FIELD }}Ecolab, Inc. in connection with its merger with Nalco Holding Company.{{ FIELD }}Terra Industries Inc. in connection with their merger with CF Industries.{{ FIELD }}Kevin Manz is a partner in King \u0026amp; Spalding’s Capital Markets practice.\nKevin represents public and private companies in a variety of capital markets and corporate matters spanning a broad range of industries. He has extensive experience advising clients on public and private offerings of both equity and debt securities, including IPOs, secondary offerings, liability management transactions and securities issued in connection with mergers and acquisitions. Kevin’s expertise has earned him recognition in Legal 500’s 2025 USA guide as a key lawyer. “\nIn addition, Kevin regularly advises clients on Securities and Exchange Commission disclosure requirements, governance issues and other corporate and securities matters, including investments in and divestitures of public company securities. He has also represented public companies in various acquisitions and divestitures from both the seller and buyer perspective.\nKevin also regularly advises clients on Employment and Executive Compensation matters, including compensation regime design, disclosure, tax and governance issues. Partner Offsore Innovation Deal of the Year, 2019 Marine Money Magazine, 2020 Superlawyers Rising Star 2016-2018 Superlawyers Georgetown University Georgetown University Law Center Fordham University Fordham University School of Law New York Mitsui \u0026amp; Co., Ltd., MODEC, Inc., and other project sponsors in connection with an offering of US$1.1 billion aggregate principle amount of secured project bonds, arranged by Citibank, N.A. for the refinancing of the CERNAMBI SUL MV24 FPSO project offshore Brazil, constituting a first offering in a new asset class for FPSO notes. Recognized as the Offshore Innovation Deal of the Year by Marine Money, 2020. Americold Realty Trust in connection with its $900 million public offering and forward sale. Representing initial purchasers in whole business securitizations of franchise royalties of brands such as Taco Bell, Arby’s, TGI Friday’s, Auntie Anne’s, Carvel, Cinnabon, McAlister’s Deli, Moe’s Southwest Grill and Schlotzky’s. New Enterprise Stone and Lime in connection with a $200.0 million high yield notes offering and concurrent tender offer Brandywine Realty Trust, a real estate investment trust, in connection with a $300.0 million investment grade notes offering and concurrent tender offer. Unisys Corporation in connection with a $440.0 million high yield notes offering and concurrent tender offer. Certain shareholders of SITO Mobile, Ltd. in connection with a shareholder activist campaign resulting the in replacement of the entire board of directors of SITO Mobile, Ltd. SITO Mobile, Ltd., in connection with a direct registered offering of common stock. Special Committee of Independent Directors of Hostess Bakeries, Inc., in connection with a registered offering of common stock. 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In addition to litigation and contested matters, Katie directs international and domestic trademark clearance and prosecution programs, manages domain name disputes and acquisitions, and develops social media and other intellectual property-related policies.\nKatie also counsels clients on a broad range of IP-related matters, helping to find creative and practical solutions to legal challenges, and developing legal strategies and policies that advance their business goals.\nKatie has served on the Board of the New York Intellectual Property Law Association for years, recently finishing a term as President during which she organized and moderated a forum of key discussion leaders debating online platform liability. Katie served as Editor-in-Chief of the International Trademark Association peer-reviewed scholarly journal, The Trademark Reporter, having served on the committee soliciting and editing articles for the journal for more than 20 years. Katie’s article, “Free Ride or Free Speech: Predicting Results and Providing Advice for Trademark Disputes Involving Parody” won INTA’s 2020 Ladas Memorial Award for best paper in the professional category. Katie has presented at and co-chaired PLI's IP Enforcement Update program annually since 2011 and frequently writes and speaks for PLI, INTA, NYIPLA and other organizations on trademark, copyright and false advertising topics.  Katie is the author of PLI’s one volume treatise, “Kane on Trademark Law: A Practitioner’s Guide.”\nKatie has been recognized in the 2012–2016 editions of Legal 500 for her trademark work. Partner Named as a recommended lawyer for Trademarks: Non-Contentious and Tradmarks: Litigation Legal 500, 2022 Named for Trademark Law Best Lawyers, 2023 Named a Trademark Star nationwide and in New York Managing Intellectual Property, 2022 Ranked for Trademark Law nationwide and in New York World Trademark Review 1000 Named to Managing Intellectual Property’s Global Top 250 Women in IP Managing Intellectual Property, 2020 College of the Holy Cross  Columbia University Columbia University School of Law U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Supreme Court of the United States U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York New York New York A Better Choice Lock \u0026amp; Key LLC v. Google Inc. et al (DC Cir., filed 2016) (Lead counsel for defendant in Lanham Act, antitrust class action case with CDA Section 230 defense motion to dismiss granted and affirmed on appeal in precedential decision). Baldino’s Lock \u0026amp; Key Inc. v. Google Inc. et al (EDVA and 4th Cir., filed 2014) (Lead counsel for defendant securing CDA Section 230 defense on motion to dismiss in case involving Lanham Act and RICO claims). Valerus Field Solutions LP v. Valerus Specialty Chemicals (SDTX, filed 2015) (Lead counsel for plaintiff in trademark infringement action, securing settlement prior to preliminary injunction motion). On Site Energy Co. v. MTU Onsite Energy (EDNY, filed 2010; jury trial August 2012) (Lead counsel in trademark infringement action challenging the use of the term ON SITE ENERGY in connection with power generators, securing jury verdict for the defense). Spanx, Inc. v. Times Three Clothiers d/b/a Yummie Tummie (NDGA, SDNY, filed 2013) (Lead counsel in design patent infringement declaratory judgment action and related design patent and utility patent infringement action, securing decision invalidating two patents with case resolved and dismissed thereafter). Fritz Hansen A/S v. Restoration Hardware (SDNY, filed 2013) (Lead counsel in trademark and trade dress infringement action involving copies of chair designs, securing resolution). Rolex Watch U.S.A., Inc. v. PRL Holdings (SDNY 2012) (Lead counsel in appeal of TTAB decision involving marks RLX RALPH LAUREN and RALPH LAUREN RLX, securing resolution prior to trial). Prior cases include: Rolex Watch U.S.A., Inc. v. 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A Partner in our Antitrust practice, Brian represents clients in some of their most complex matters, including global cartel investigations and transactions requiring regulatory approval in multiple jurisdictions. In addition, Brian routinely counsels clients on strategic antitrust issues arising from competitor collaborations, marketing, pricing, distribution practices, and trade association participation. \nBrian was named a “Future Leader” in antitrust law by Global Competition Review in the 2024, 2023, and 2022 publications of Competition Law – Future Leaders. \nBrian appears regularly before the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission, and he coordinates with foreign counsel in dealing with competition authorities in jurisdictions around the globe.\nHe is a member of the Cartel \u0026amp; Criminal Practice Committee, State Enforcement Committee, and the Mergers \u0026amp; Acquisitions Committee of the American Bar Association, Section of Antitrust Law.\nRecent Presentations and Publications\nPanelist, “Criminal Antitrust Update: DOJ Announces New Policy Regarding Corporate Compliance Programs,” ABA Section of Antitrust Law, Cartel and Criminal Practice Committee (July 2019) \nCo-author and editor of the Criminal Enforcement chapter of ABA Section of Antitrust Law, Antitrust Law Developments (8th ed.) (April 2017)\nCo-author and editor of the Criminal Enforcement chapter of ABA Section of Antitrust Law, 2015 Annual Review of Antitrust Law Developments (March 2016)\nPanelist, “Criminal Antitrust Update,” ABA Section of Antitrust Law, Cartel and Criminal Practice Committee (November 2014)\n“McWane Dismissal May Impact Future FTC Cases,” Competition Law360 (February 2014)\n“Antitrust Bid-Rigging at Natural Gas Auctions,” Competition Law360 (April 2012) \n“Key Takeaways From US v. AU Optronics,” Competition Law360 (March 2012)\nPanelist, “Dawn Raids, Criminalization of Cartels and Beyond: Are You Ready?” King \u0026amp; Spalding and SAI Law \u0026amp; Economics Client Forum (Mexico City, Mexico, November 2011)\nMemberships\nCartel \u0026amp; Criminal Practice Committee, Antitrust Section, American Bar Association\nState Enforcement Committee, Antitrust Section, American Bar Association\nMergers \u0026amp; Acquisitions Committee, Antitrust Section, American Bar Association\nAmerican Health Lawyers Association Partner Texas Christian University  St. Louis University  U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia District of Columbia Missouri Cartel Investigations and Criminal Litigation Experience: Representing a senior executive of an international capacitors manufacturer as lead counsel in connection with a multi-jurisdictional cartel investigation and related civil proceedings. Representing senior executives of multiple international auto parts manufacturers in connection with a multi-jurisdictional cartel investigation in that industry. Represented the chief executive officer of an international TFT-LCD manufacturer in connection with a multi-jurisdictional cartel investigation and related civil proceedings. Represented a senior sales and marketing executive of an international freight consolidator in connection with a multi-jurisdictional cartel investigation and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act investigation.   Civil Antitrust Litigation: Obtained dismissal for a leading national pharmaceutical company in multi-district class action antitrust litigation in In re Generic Pharmaceuticals Pricing Antitrust Litigation. Obtained dismissal in class action antitrust litigation for the United States Postal Service in TOG, Inc. v. United States Postal Service. Obtained dismissal for RLI Insurance Company in multi-district class action antitrust litigation in In re Insurance Brokers Antitrust Litigation. Successfully defended Trelleborg AB in an international arbitration involving antitrust and fraud claims arising from a stock purchase agreement. Energy: \nRepresented Transocean Ltd. in connection with its $2.7 billion acquisition of Ocean Rig UDW, Inc. in the offshore oil and gas drilling sector and successfully obtained antitrust clearances in several jurisdictions around the world.  Successfully defended Mirant Corporation in a DOJ Second Request investigation of its merger with RRI Energy, creating one of the largest independent power producers in the United States. Successfully defended Varel International Energy Services, Inc. in an investigation by the DOJ Antitrust Division and several foreign competition agencies in connection with its acquisition by Sandvik AB. Successfully defended Weatherford International Ltd. in an investigation by the DOJ Antitrust Division and several foreign competition agencies in connection with the acquisition of its pipeline and specialty services business by Baker Hughes Incorporated. Successfully defended Edison Chouest Offshore in a DOJ Antitrust Division investigation of its acquisition of Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. in the petroleum offshore services industry. Represented a global energy and petroleum company in an international arbitration involving antitrust and breach of contract claims related to LNG production and distribution. Represented Haddington Ventures, L.L.C. in the acquisition of its gas storage assets. Healthcare/Life Sciences: Successfully defended Piedmont Healthcare, Inc. in a FTC merger investigation of Piedmont’s acquisition of a rival hospital system. Defended a physician member network in a FTC price-fixing investigation. Defended a major pharmaceutical company in a jury trial in United States District Court for the District of Columbia involving antitrust claims arising from exclusive pharmaceutical supply agreements. Represented a leading global branded pharmaceutical company in a DOJ criminal antitrust investigation of a proposed patent settlement with a generic drug company and the use of authorized generics.  Antitrust Counseling: Advises clients on antitrust issues arising from everyday business practices, including compliance and audits, competitor collaborations, exclusivity and foreclosure, resale price maintenance, refusals to deal, and tying/bundling issues. Obtained HSR clearances for hundreds of transactions. Pro Bono Litigation Service:Served as co-lead counsel in a federal habeas death penalty proceeding challenging a pro bono client's Virginia capital murder conviction .  The proceeding culminated in a multi-day evidentiary hearing in federal district court and received national media coverage due to allegations involving extensive drug dealing by Northern Virginia youths, an alleged murder plot, and the Commonwealth's most experienced prosecutors seeking the death penalty.  After federal appellate and district court habeas proceedings, the federal district court issued an opinion vacating our client’s conviction and death sentence, finding violations of fundamental constitutional obligations.","searchable_name":"Brian R. 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She also advises life sciences clients on significant policy developments in the EU and assists with broader European and global projects.\nGeneviève’s work spans matters ranging from regulatory status of borderline products, authorization procedures, life cycle management, clinical trials and investigations, labeling, advertising and promotions for all categories of products, and issues raised by specific categories of medicinal products, such as pediatric, orphan or advance therapy medicinal products. She has advised on various issues arising out of the EU Pediatric Regulation, EU Orphan Regulation, SPC and SPC extension, and ATMPs at the European and national level. She also counsels startups on establishing themselves in the EU as well as complying with advertising and scientific information rules, regulatory and legal guidance.\nShe assists life sciences companies in forming patient/compassionate use programs in Europe, negotiating and drafting consortia related agreements, reviewing clinical trial and clinical investigation agreements, interacting with healthcare professionals in connection with advertising and promotion efforts, and product classification matters such as borderlines between drug, medical device, cosmetic and food supplement, and assistance with local authorities.\nGeneviève has extensive litigation experience in life science matters, including product liability and advertising and promotional activities.\nGeneviève is recognized as one of the \"Most Highly Regarded Individuals\" in the regulatory field (Who's Who Legal, Life Sciences 2016). In the same publication, her clients reported that she has an \"unsurpassed knowledge of legal areas,\" as well as being \"extremely dedicated to the case and the client.\" She has published numerous articles on food and drug law and speaks at legal and regulatory conferences on pharmaceuticals and medical devices.\nPublications\n\nOctober 2019, “Are the paediatric rewards adapted? “, Clinical Research in Paediatric Psychopharmacology, P. 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Bennett of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.\u0026nbsp; He received his law degree from University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, where he served as an Articles Editor for the\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eCalifornia Law Review\u003c/em\u003e.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Hunter earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke University and currently serves as co-chair of Duke's First Generation alumni group.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHunter is a proud supporter of the Firm's diversity initiatives and is a member of the Firm's LGBTQ+ Affinity Group as well as the Firm's\u0026nbsp;First Generation Professionals Affinity Group.\u003c/p\u003e"},"locales":["en"]},"secondary_title_id":null,"upload_assignments":{"headshot":[{"id":10125}]},"capability_group_id":2},"created_at":"2025-11-13T04:57:09.000Z","updated_at":"2025-11-13T04:57:09.000Z","searchable_text":"McGhee{{ FIELD }}Hunter McGhee is an associate with King \u0026amp; Spalding's Special Matters and Government Investigations practice.  \nHunter assists clients in navigating internal and government investigations.  He has actively represented clients in matters involving the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission, Securities and Exchange Commission, and Department of Agriculture, among others.  \nHunter served as a law clerk to the Honorable Thomas D. Schroeder of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina and to the Honorable Mark J. Bennett of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.  He received his law degree from University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, where he served as an Articles Editor for the California Law Review.  Hunter earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Duke University and currently serves as co-chair of Duke's First Generation alumni group.  \nHunter is a proud supporter of the Firm's diversity initiatives and is a member of the Firm's LGBTQ+ Affinity Group as well as the Firm's First Generation Professionals Affinity Group. Hunter McGhee lawyer Associate Duke University Duke University School of Law University of California, Berkeley University of California, Berkeley, School of Law U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Georgia International Association of Privacy Professionals Law Clerk, Hon. Thomas D. 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