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Ahmad Al Dajani

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Overview

Ahmad Al Dajani brings a unique blend of experience in aviation regulatory matters as well as antitrust M&A/investigations and litigation. As an antitrust lawyer, Ahmad provides clients with strategic guidance on transaction agreements, integration planning, and investigations. As an aviation regulatory lawyer, he adeptly represents clients in complex Department of Transportation proceedings, including route and slot allocation, antitrust immunity, and frequency allocation. Ahmad's deep understanding of antitrust and aviation law ensures clients can navigate regulatory challenges and achieve strategic objectives, while his litigation skills provide robust advocacy in contentious legal matters.

Before joining Crowell, Ahmad gained extensive judicial experience through clerkships at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and the U.S. Supreme Court's Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure. He also served as a law clerk for the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary, where he contributed to legislative processes and gained insight into federal policymaking.

Ahmad earned his J.D. cum laude from Georgetown University Law Center, where he was involved in the Appellate Litigation Clinic and served as a teaching assistant to Professor Paul Ohm in his Computer Programming for Lawyers course. He also holds an M.Sc. in conflict prevention and peacebuilding from the University of Durham and a B.A. in politics and government from North Park University.

Ahmad is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia and Illinois. Ahmad's comprehensive experience across aviation regulatory, antitrust, and litigation equips him to deliver strategic legal solutions tailored to the needs of his clients. His judicial background, including clerkships at the U.S. Court of Appeals, and his contributions to federal policymaking, further enhance his ability to address complex legal challenges. Fluent in Arabic and adept at developing AI solutions for legal work, Ahmad is well-prepared to serve a diverse clientele ranging from aviation and transportation sectors to technology and manufacturing.

Career & Education

    • Rules Law Clerk, Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure, U.S. Supreme Court, 2018–2019
    • Law Clerk, U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary,  2017–2018
    • Staff Assistant, U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL-9)
    • Rules Law Clerk, Judicial Conference Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure, U.S. Supreme Court, 2018–2019
    • Law Clerk, U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary,  2017–2018
    • Staff Assistant, U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL-9)

    • Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., 2018
    • Durham University, M.A., global security, 2016
    • North Park University, B.A., politics and government, 2014
    • Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., 2018
    • Durham University, M.A., global security, 2016
    • North Park University, B.A., politics and government, 2014

    • District of Columbia
    • Illinois
    • District of Columbia
    • Illinois

    • Hon. Charles P. Kocoras, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, 2019
    • Hon. Jane R. Roth, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, 2020
    • Hon. David Campbell, U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 2018
    • Sen. Diane Feinstein, Senate Judiciary Committee, 2017
    • Hon. Charles P. Kocoras, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, 2019
    • Hon. Jane R. Roth, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, 2020
    • Hon. David Campbell, U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, 2018
    • Sen. Diane Feinstein, Senate Judiciary Committee, 2017

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Arabic
    • English

Representative Matters

  • Guided Stanley Black & Decker in the $3.2 billion sale of its electronic security business to Securitas AG, structuring the deal to comply with antitrust laws and maximize shareholder value.
  • Counseled Saint-Gobain on its $2.3 billion acquisition of GCP Applied Technologies, providing strategic guidance on merger clearance processes and competition issues in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Advised Maersk on the proposed $1 billion sale of its refrigerated container business to China International Marine Containers, addressing antitrust concerns and securing regulatory approvals in key global markets.
  • Advised Beiersdorf on its acquisition of Chantecaille, a high-end skincare brand, focusing on competition issues and brand integration strategies to enhance market positioning and consumer reach.
  • Advised a major technology company on potential strategies the Department of Justice (DOJ) might use to challenge its acquisition of a competitor. This advisory role was in light of the DOJ and FTC's heightened scrutiny of serial acquisitions, particularly in the tech industry, where they are closely monitoring potential anti-competitive practices and dominance strategies by large firms.
  • Advised a major foreign automobile manufacturer on Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) implications concerning its minority investment in an autonomous vehicle technology stack developer. The transaction involved navigating complex regulatory issues and assessing the national security risks associated with foreign investments in critical technology sectors.
  • Represented a major U.S. airline in various Department of Transportation route proceedings, including slot and frequency allocation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and securing advantageous slot positions critical for maintaining competitive market access in key domestic and international hubs.
  • Counseled a major global oil company on the CFIUS implications of its potential acquisition of a polyurethane and polycarbonate raw materials producer, successfully guiding the company through the regulatory review process and mitigating potential national security concerns.
  • Represented aviation clients as third parties in various antitrust investigations, safeguarding their interests and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Led the response for a major U.S. airline to DOJ-issued Civil Investigative Demands, Rule 45 Subpoenas, and Rule 30(b)(6) deposition and trial testimony, providing strategic counsel to navigate complex litigation and regulatory challenges.
  • Represented major global alliance in antitrust immunity proceedings before the Department of Transportation, supporting efficient operations and strategic alliances within the aviation industry.
  • Advised a pension fund on antitrust aspects of its investments in multiple renewable energy companies, ensuring compliance with antitrust laws while facilitating strategic investments in an evolving and highly regulated industry.
  • Represented a pharmaceutical company in addressing antitrust concerns related to the potential sale of its micronization business, achieving regulatory clearance and facilitating a smooth transaction process.