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Kirkland & Ellis Adds Antitrust Lawyer

By  |  August 12, 2025

Kirkland & Ellis announced today that Maria Raptis, an attorney in the antitrust field, has joined the firm as a partner. According to a statement from the firm, Raptis is recognized as a Chambers-rated advisor known for her work on merger clearance reviews and other intricate antitrust issues.

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    Raptis’ practice focuses on advising clients on the antitrust implications of mergers and acquisitions, as well as representing companies in antitrust litigation. Per a statement from the firm, her experience spans multiple sectors, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, consumer products, financial services, entertainment, and manufacturing. She has appeared before both the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice in complex regulatory matters.

    Read more: Kirkland & Ellis Strengthens Antitrust Practice with New Partner from FTC

    Her career accomplishments have earned her recognition from Chambers USA, MergerLinks, and Lawdragon as a leading antitrust attorney. She joins Kirkland & Ellis from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, where she also served as a partner.

    The firm’s antitrust and competition group, described in its announcement as one of the most active for merger control and complex litigation matters, handles a broad range of competition law issues, from regulatory clearance for mergers and acquisitions to consumer protection and government investigations. According to the statement, Raptis’ addition is expected to further strengthen the team’s capabilities in handling challenging, high-stakes cases

    Source: Kirkland