Derek Ludwin is a leader of Covington’s Antitrust Litigation and Sports Practice Groups and advises clients around the world on high-stakes litigation, transactions, investigations, licensing, and compliance issues.

Derek has significant experience helping clients successfully navigate complex, multi-district litigations and challenging government investigations, and has built a record of achieving positive outcomes. He also advises clients in structuring and securing regulatory clearance for major transactions, and is frequently sought out for guidance when clients are considering significant acquisitions, ventures, licensing arrangements, and other transactions with potential antitrust issues. Derek regularly represents the National Football League, as well as leading businesses in a variety of industries.

Recognized by Chambers in both the antitrust and sports fields, Derek is recommended for his counseling skills, his focus on client interests, his pragmatic approach to favorably and promptly addressing disputes and regulatory clearances, and his ability to work effectively with both business and in-house legal teams.