DLA Piper announced today that John Gibson has joined the firm's Litigation and Regulatory practice as a partner in Los Angeles.

Gibson’s practice focuses on antitrust, commercial, healthcare and technology litigation. He has won high-profile trials and cases around the country for healthcare and high-tech companies, as well as professional sports teams and pro bono clients.

“John is a preeminent lawyer in the areas of antitrust and unfair competition, as well as other complex litigation, and he brings decades of experience as a well-respected and highly successful courtroom advocate,” said James Brogan, US co-chair of DLA Piper’s Litigation and Regulatory practice. “His addition to the firm will enhance the depth and strength of our exceptional Antitrust practice, bolstering our high-end trial litigation capabilities across the country.”

Angela Agrusa, managing partner of DLA Piper’s Los Angeles offices. “Over the last several months, we have welcomed a number of new partners in Los Angeles, solidifying DLA Piper’s commitment to growth on the West Coast and investment in Los Angeles.”

In addition to Gibson, since March, Finance partners Yoni Tuchman, Kevin Bettsteller and Dino Barajas have also joined DLA Piper in Los Angeles.

Gibson joins from Crowell & Moring LLP, where he was a member of the firm’s management board. He received his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and his A.B. from Harvard University.