John B. Kirkwood is a Professor of Law and the William C. Oltman Professor of Teaching Excellence at Seattle University School of Law. His work, focusing on antitrust law and economics, has been cited by the U.S. Supreme Court, the Ninth Circuit, and the Washington State Supreme Court. He is a leading expert in the antitrust field, with significant contributions to legal and economic analysis. Education: A.B. from Yale University (1970), M.P.P. from Harvard University (1974), and J.D. from Harvard Law School (1974). Kirkwood’s research centers on antitrust law, administrative law, and economic regulation. His scholarship addresses critical issues such as market power, predatory pricing, buyer power, and the legal frameworks governing mergers and acquisitions. His writings have been downloaded over 6,000 times, reflecting their influence in academia and practice. A synthesis of his recent articles reveals a focus on modern antitrust challenges, including the regulation of digital markets, the impact of big tech on competition, and the evolution of legal standards for anticompetitive behavior. His work often bridges legal theory and practical enforcement, advocating for consumer protection over efficiency-driven approaches. Scientific Awards: Winner of the Jerry S. Cohen Award for top antitrust scholarship (2012) Four national awards for pathbreaking scholarship First recipient of Seattle University School of Law’s Faculty Award for Scholarship Elected to the American Law Institute Kirkwood has served as a consultant on antitrust cases, drafted amicus briefs for high-profile appeals, and testified before Congress and federal agencies. He was Co-Editor of Research in Law and Economics for eight years and held leadership roles in the Antitrust and Economic Regulation Section of the Association of American Law Schools.










