Compass Lexecon Adds Three Leading Economic and Antitrust Experts

Company Overview - Compass Lexecon, a subsidiary of FTI Consulting, has announced the return of Dr. Ron Laschever as Executive Vice President and Director of Data Science and Technology, along with the affiliation of Dr. Antonio Rangel and Dr. Hunt Allcott [1][2] Key Appointments - Dr. Laschever brings nearly two decades of experience in applied microeconomics, industrial organization, labor economics, and econometric analysis, having published research in leading peer-reviewed journals [2][3] - Dr. Rangel is a professor at Caltech with expertise in neuroeconomics and behavioral economics, having published over 80 academic articles in top journals [5][6] - Dr. Allcott is a professor at Stanford University specializing in antitrust and environmental economics, with research focusing on digital platform economics and consumer goods [8][9] Strategic Focus - Dr. Laschever will lead technology initiatives and support clients in complex litigation and regulatory matters, including antitrust and merger reviews [3] - Dr. Rangel has experience as an expert witness in various legal cases, enhancing the firm's capabilities in antitrust and consumer fraud [6][7] - Dr. Allcott's research methodologies are relevant for cases in consumer protection and digital platform antitrust, further strengthening the firm's expertise [8][10] Company Positioning - Compass Lexecon is positioned as a leading academic-driven antitrust expert consulting firm, enhancing its roster of experienced professionals [2] - The firm provides critical insights to law firms, corporate clients, and government entities in legal and regulatory proceedings across various industries [11] Parent Company Information - FTI Consulting, the parent company, has over 7,900 employees in 32 countries and generated $3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024 [13]