Bradley Justus
Partner
Bradley Justus handles a wide range of antitrust work, from high-stakes litigation and mega-merger reviews to government investigations.
Bradley Justus
Partner
Bradley Justus handles a wide range of antitrust work, from high-stakes litigation and mega-merger reviews to government investigations.
Bradley’s practice has seen him represent clients in some of the most high-profile and complex antitrust litigations and deal reviews. He’s appeared in courts across the country and before the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission. His experience extends globally, having represented clients before competition regulators in Europe, Brazil, China, Korea, Canada, Mexico, the UK, and Japan.
His impressive track record includes being at the forefront of defending Google and Tyson Foods in recent headline-making antitrust litigations. He also recently played a crucial role in negotiating Tyson’s successful resolution of a significant multidistrict litigation. He helped Momenta Pharmaceuticals resolve a contentious dispute over its blockbuster generic blood thinner enoxaparin, securing a positive outcome after a trial loss before Axinn was retained.
Bradley also maintains a significant practice securing antitrust clearances for major mergers. He was one of the key leaders responsible for obtaining clearance for The Dow Chemical's $130 billion merger with DuPont – one of the largest and most complex merger reviews in history, requiring approval in more than 20 jurisdictions.
Recognized for his exceptional work, Bradley has been named a "Rising Star" by Law360 and The National Law Journal. These honors reflect his impressive track record in handling complex antitrust matters and his reputation for excellence in the field. In January 2022, Bradley was short-listed for Global Competition Review "Lawyer of the Year – Under 40", an award given to "a competition lawyer under the age of 40 whose superior technical skill, practical judgment and excellence in client service in 2021 demonstrates that they are among the very best in the field." He is ranked in Chambers and The Legal 500 United States and was selected for Benchmark Litigation’s "2023 40 & Under" list.
Experience
- Representing Google in multidistrict litigation brought by state attorneys general and private plaintiffs challenging Google’s ad technology business
- Representing Tyson Foods in actions alleging that Tyson and other major companies conspired to suppress pay to chicken farmers
- Represented Momenta Pharmaceuticals in a series of antitrust cases involving patent enforcement
- Represented The Dow Chemical Company in its $130 billion merger with DuPont
- Represented Tyson Foods in its acquisition of Keystone Foods’ leading international chicken business
* Includes matters handled prior to joining Axinn
Honors
- Chambers USA, District of Columbia: Antitrust (2024)
- Law360, "Rising Star" (2024)
- National Law Journal "Rising Star" (2024)
- Lawdragon, "500 Leading Litigators in America" (2025)
- Lawdragon, "500 X – The Next Generation" (2024)
- The Legal 500 United States, Antitrust: Merger Control (2023 – 2024)
- The Legal 500 United States, Antitrust, Civil Litigation/Class Actions: Defense (2024)
- Benchmark Litigation, "40 & Under" (2023 – 2024)
- In January 2022, Bradley was short-listed for Global Competition Review's "Lawyer of the Year – Under 40", an award given to "a competition lawyer under the age of 40 whose superior technical skill, practical judgment and excellence in client service in 2021 demonstrates that they are among the very best in the field."
- American Bar Foundation, Fellow
Education
- JD – University of Virginia School of Law (2010)
- BA, Economics and Government, magna cum laude – College of William and Mary (2007)
Admissions
- Commonwealth of Virginia
- District of Columbia
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Quotes
Bradley is a sharp and thoughtful attorney who does an excellent job of distilling complex issues to their essentials and advising based on the law.
Chambers USA
Bradley is a creative and versatile attorney that is able to represent his clients' interests vigorously.
Chambers USA
Bradley and the Axinn team...they're a pleasure to work with from a client relations standpoint. They are really thoughtful, prepared and have useful practical, strategic advice too.
Chambers USA
News & Insights
News & Insights
GCR Live: Law Leaders Global 2025
Speaking Engagement
Antitrust
CompLaw 33rd Annual Advanced EU Brussels Conference
Speaking Engagement
Antitrust
ALM General Counsel Conference East 2024
Speaking Engagement
Antitrust
United States: FTC and DOJ Double Down on Aggressive Antitrust Enforcement in Final Year of Biden Administration
Byline Articles
Antitrust
Axinn Partners Named to Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America 2025
Awards & Recognitions
Antitrust
Bradley Justus Named a National Law Journal Legal Awards Rising Star
Awards & Recognitions
Antitrust
The Chambers Merger Control 2024 Guide
Byline Articles
Antitrust
Bradley Justus Named a Rising Star by Law360
Awards & Recognitions
Antitrust
Enforcers Push Antitrust Agenda, Brace for Google Ruling
Media Mentions
Antitrust
Axinn Attorneys Named to 2024 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation
Awards & Recognitions
Antitrust