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Anita Stork is an experienced, nationally-recognized litigator. She has successfully represented clients in an array of high-stakes matters, including antitrust and unfair competition cases. Chambers USA has described her as "bright" and "highly talented" with "a great practice."
Multiple publications have recognized Ms. Stork for her legal expertise, including Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, The Best Lawyers in America, Euromoney’s Benchmark Litigation: National Star and California State Star, San Francisco and Los Angeles Daily Journal: Top Women Litigators, Law & Politics Magazine: Top 50 Women Lawyers in Bay Area, Northern California Super Lawyer, and Benchmark: Top 250 Women in Litigation (US).
Ms. Stork is co-chair of the firm's Antitrust Litigation Practice Group, and a former vice chair of the firm's Litigation Group. Frequently sought out as a speaker on antitrust and litigation topics, Ms. Stork also has been active in the Antitrust Section of the California State Bar. She served on the Section’s Executive Committee, was Vice-Chair of Programs, and an Executive Committee advisor.
- In re Automotive Parts Antitrust Litigation - As lead counsel for a German manufacturer of wire harnesses, achieved early dismissal of three putative class actions alleging price-fixing.
- In re Transpacific Passenger Air Transportation Antitrust Litigation - Lead counsel for Philippine Airlines in putative class action alleging price-fixing of transpacific passenger fares and fuel surcharges. Persuaded the Ninth Circuit to grant an interlocutory appeal; argued a summary judgment motion based on the filed rate doctrine which eliminated a portion of plaintiffs’ damage claims. Obtained other favorable rulings, including dismissal of billions of dollars in damages on FTAIA grounds, defeating plaintiffs’ attempt to depose the client’s CEO, and forcing plaintiffs to depose the client’s witnesses in Manila.
- In re Automotive Parts Antitrust Litigation - Lead counsel for Alps Electric, a supplier of automobile components in three putative class action cases alleging price-fixing in the heater control panel market. Defeated plaintiffs’ attempt to consolidate 18 parts cases into a case which would have exponentially increased the client’s damage exposure. Also obtained an order forcing plaintiffs to depose the client’s witnesses in Japan.
- In re Static Random Access Memory Litigation - Lead counsel for Integrated Device Technologies in price-fixing class actions. Secured dismissal of claims against the Company before opening of discovery.
- Represent an automobile parts manufacturer in antitrust class action cases alleging price-fixing in the fuel injection systems market.
- In re ATM Fee Antitrust Litigation - Represented large bank in putative class action regarding interchange fees. Obtained summary judgment on standing issues under Illinois Brick, which was affirmed by the Ninth Circuit.
- Lead counsel for national baked-goods producer in government investigation under 17200 and 17500 of the Company’s advertising and packaging practices.
- Coordinating counsel for a leading automobile manufacturer in the wide array of matters stemming from the recall of millions of automobiles.
- Lead counsel for auto parts supplier in negotiation with auto maker over alleged price-fixing. The auto maker ultimately walked away without pursuing claims.
- Represented Silicon Valley-based technology company in patent litigation concerning network gateway devices.
- In re Late Fee and Over-Limit Fee Litigation - Represented major bank in putative class action over setting of credit card fees. Won motion to dismiss all claims which was affirmed by the Ninth Circuit.
- In re Cosmetics - Represented Dillard's, Inc. in class action case alleging vertical price fixing among major department store chains and manufacturers of high-end cosmetics.
- In re Managed Care - Represented PacifiCare Health Systems in civil RICO class action case alleging a conspiracy to defraud doctors among 10 large managed care companies. First obtained dismissal for PacifiCare of more than 1 billion dollars in damages stemming from capitation practices, then obtained summary judgment on the remaining liability and damage claims.
- Represented the Special Litigation Committee of Fortune 50 company in its internal investigation of alleged wrongdoing by officers, directors, and outside contractors. Litigated the accompanying shareholder derivative suits.
- Defended the former Chief Investment Officer for major mutual fund company in SEC lawsuit over suitability.
- Conducted Audit Committee investigation for food products producer in connection with SEC inquiry into the company’s restatement of its financials.
Memberships and Affiliations
- California State Bar Leadership
- Advisor to the Executive Committee of the California State Bar Section on Antitrust and Competition Law (2007-present)
- Executive Committee of the California State Bar Section on Antitrust and Unfair Competition Law (2004-2007)
- Vice-Chair of Programs, Executive Committee of the California State Bar Section on Antitrust and Unfair Competition Law (2005-2006)
Airlines Say Antitrust MDL Barred By Filed-Rate Doctrine
August 15, 2014, Law360
Covington partner Anita Stork recently argued a motion summary judgement for client Philippine Airlines, which is quoted in this article: "Under questioning from Judge Breyer, Philippines Airlines attorney Anita Stork of Covington & Burling LLP said the airlines file the majority of their rates with the ATPCO, and the remainder are “unfiled rates within the ...
August 18, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO, August 18, 2011 — Covington & Burling LLP partner Anita Stork has been named to the 2011 “Top 50 Women” list by Northern California Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers rates outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process is multi-phased and ...
5/19/2009
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, May 19, 2009 — Covington & Burling LLP partners Anita Stork and Sonya Winner have been named “Top Women Litigators” by the Los Angeles and San Francisco Daily Journal. In naming Ms. Winner a “Top Woman Litigator” for the third consecutive year, the editors cited her victory on behalf of Wells Fargo in an antitrust and consumer class action ...
April 23, 2014
WASHINGTON, DC, April 23, 2014 — Euromoney Legal Media Group has named Covington & Burling and six of its partners to shortlists for the Americas Women in Business Law Awards. The firm was shortlisted in four categories: Best Firm in the U.S. Northeast Region, Best Firm in the U.S. West Region, Best International Law Firm Latin America Practice and Best ...
June 24, 2020
LOS ANGELES—Daily Journal has named Anita Stork to its 2020 Top Antitrust Lawyers, a recognition of the leading California lawyers who specialize in antitrust litigation. Ms. Stork is a partner in our San Francisco office and the co-chair of the firm's Antitrust Litigation Practice Group. She is an experienced, nationally recognized litigator who has ...
United States v. Esquenazi - U.S. Court of Appeals Clarifies FCPA's 'Foreign Official' Standard
May 23, 2014, Covington Advisory
U.S. Antitrust Compliance
Portland, OR, September 2012, presented to client executives
August 27, 2012
WASHINGTON, DC, August 27, 2012 — Covington & Burling LLP lawyers received 196 individual mentions in 57 areas of law in the 2013 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. This annual compilation of top U.S. lawyers is based on peer-review surveys and is used as a referral guide in the legal profession. The Covington lawyers recognized are as ...
8/23/2012
SAN FRANCISCO, August 23, 2012 — Northern California Super Lawyers selected 24 Covington & Burling lawyers for its 2012 list of top legal talent. Super Lawyers selects no more than five percent of the total lawyers who practice in Northern California based on peer review and the publication’s independent research. Robert Fram and Robert Haslam were named among ...
U.S. Antitrust Compliance
San Francisco, CA, August 2012, given at meeting of client managers
Antitrust Developments
Palo Alto, CA, March 2012, Silicon Valley Association of General Counsel
Managing Global Antitrust Risk
Palo Alto, CA , January 2012, Silicon Valley Innovation & Law Conference
September 7, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC, September 7, 2011 — Covington & Burling LLP lawyers received 184 individual mentions in 56 areas of law in the 2012 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. This annual compilation of top US lawyers is based on peer-review surveys and is used as a referral guide in the legal profession. The Covington lawyers recognized are as follows: ...
July 13, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO, July 13, 2011 — Twenty-two Covington & Burling LLP lawyers are recognized in the 2011 edition of Northern California Super Lawyers. The annual list by Super Lawyers selects only five percent of the total lawyers in the state based upon peer review and the publication’s independent research. Fourteen Covington lawyers were named Northern ...
June 10, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC, June 10, 2011 — Covington & Burling LLP received 123 individual mentions and 45 practice mentions in Chambers USA 2011. The guidebook, which ranks lawyers by state and national practice area, is designed to identify the most skilled legal practitioners based on the qualities most valued by clients. Here are the Covington lawyers and practices ...
May 2, 2011, Covington E-Alert
August 6, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC, August 6, 2010 — Covington & Burling LLP received 138 individual mentions in 40 areas of law in the 2011 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. This annual compilation of top US lawyers is based on peer-review surveys and is used as a referral guide in the legal profession. The Covington lawyers recognized are as follows: Administrative: ...
July 16, 2010
SAN FRANCISCO, July 16, 2010 — Eighteen Covington & Burling LLP lawyers are recognized in the 2010 Northern California Super Lawyers. The annual list by Super Lawyers selects only five percent of the total lawyers in the state based upon peer review and the publication’s independent research. Eleven Covington lawyers were named Northern California Super ...
June 16, 2010
WASHINGTON, DC, June 16, 2010 — Covington & Burling LLP received 112 individual mentions and 44 practice mentions in Chambers USA 2010. The guidebook, which ranks lawyers by state and national practice area, is designed to identify the most skilled legal practitioners based on the qualities most valued by clients. Here are the Covington lawyers and practices ...
August 7, 2009
WASHINGTON, DC, August 7, 2009 — Covington & Burling LLP received 131 individual mentions in 38 areas of law in the 2010 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. This annual compilation of top US lawyers is based on peer-review surveys and is used as a referral guide in the legal profession. The Covington lawyers recognized are as follows: Administrative: ...
7/15/2009
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, July 15, 2009 — Eleven Covington & Burling LLP partners are recognized in the 2009 Northern California Super Lawyers. The annual list by Super Lawyers selects only five percent of the total lawyers in the state based upon peer review and the publication’s independent research. In addition, seven lawyers have been named Northern California ...
Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing
Santa Fe, NM, July 2009, NERA Antitrust and Trade Regulation Seminar
June 12, 2009
WASHINGTON, DC, June 12, 2009 — Covington & Burling LLP received 100 individual mentions and 40 practice mentions in Chambers USA 2009. The guidebook, which ranks lawyers by state and national practice area, is designed to identify the most skilled legal practitioners based on the qualities most valued by clients. Here are the Covington lawyers and practices ...
Bundled Rebates and Loyalty Discounts
Los Angeles, CA, October 2008, Golden State Institute
8/27/2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, August 27, 2008 — Eleven Covington & Burling LLP partners are recognized in the 2008 Northern California Super Lawyers. The annual list by Super Lawyers selects only five percent of the total lawyers in the state based on peer review and the publication’s independent research. In addition, San Francisco partners Anita Stork and Donald Brown ...
June 16, 2008
WASHINGTON, DC, June 16, 2008 — Covington & Burling LLP received 81 individual mentions and 45 practice mentions in the newly released 2008 Chambers USA. The guidebook, which ranks lawyers by state and national practice area, is designed to identify the most skilled legal practitioners based on the qualities most valued by clients. Here are the Covington ...
2/1/2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, February 2, 2008 — Covington & Burling LLP advised Schwab Performance Technologies in its acquisition of RIA back office outsourcing provider Etelligent Consulting, Inc. Financial terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. Founded in 1985, Schwab Performance Technologies is a subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation and a leading ...
Upstream and Downstream on Concord Boat
Santa Fe, NM, July 2007, NERA Antitrust and Trade Regulation Seminar
June 18, 2007
WASHINGTON, DC, June 18, 2007 — Covington & Burling LLP received 44 practice mentions and 74 individual mentions in the newly released 2007 Chambers USA guidebook. The 2007 edition of Chambers USA attempts to identify the most skilled legal practitioners throughout the country based on the qualities most valued by clients. Covington attorneys have been ...
9/1/2006
SAN FRANCISCO, CA, September 1, 2006 — Covington & Burling LLP announced that Anita Stork will join the firm as a partner in the Litigation and Antitrust and Consumer Law practice groups. She will be resident in the firm’s San Francisco office. Ms. Stork’s practice focuses on antitrust litigation and counseling. She has experience advising clients on ...
The Government's Asking Questions, What Do I Do Now?
2006, State Bar Section on Antitrust and Unfair Competition Law
Up in Smoke, Will the Tobacco Cases Replace the "But For" Requirement of 17200?
2006, California State Bar Section on Antitrust and Unfair Competition Law
Effects of Proposition 64 and Federal Class Action Reform
San Francisco, CA, October 2005, Golden State Institute
- Daily Journal, "Top Antitrust Lawyers" (2020)
- Chambers USA, America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Antitrust (2004-2020)
- Euromoney's Benchmark Litigation, "Top 250 Women in Litigation" - CA (2013-2018); National Star for Antitrust and CA State Star (2013-2019)
- Legal 500 US, Civil Litigation/Class Actions (2017)
- San Francisco and Los Angeles Daily Journal, Top Women Litigators (2009)
- The Best Lawyers in America, Antitrust (2009-2019)
- "Top 50 Women" lawyers in Bay Area, Law & Politics Magazine (2008-2010)
- "Top 50 Women" lawyers, Northern California Super Lawyer (2008-2012)
- Northern California Super Lawyer, Antitrust Litigation (2005-2019)