Brian Desmarais
About Brian Desmarais
Brian Desmarais is a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, specializing in antitrust law. He has a diverse legal background, having worked in both private practice and government roles, including positions at L'Oréal and the U.S. Department of Justice.
Current Role at Arnold & Porter
Brian Desmarais serves as a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York. He has been in this position since 2021, contributing his expertise in antitrust law. His role involves handling complex legal matters, including compliance counseling and litigation, as well as participating in government investigations.
Previous Experience at L'Oréal
Before joining Arnold & Porter, Brian Desmarais worked at L'Oréal as the Associate General Counsel and AVP for a period of 10 months in 2020 and 2021. In this role, he was involved in various legal matters pertaining to the cosmetics industry, leveraging his legal background to support the company's operations.
Educational Background
Brian Desmarais completed his Bachelor of Arts in History at Boston University from 2007 to 2011. He later pursued a Juris Doctor degree at New York University School of Law, graduating in 2016. His education has provided a strong foundation for his legal career.
Legal Experience and Expertise
Brian Desmarais possesses both private practice and in-house legal experience, which allows him to approach antitrust issues from multiple perspectives. His previous roles include working as an Associate at Goodwin and as a Paralegal Specialist at the U.S. Department of Justice's Antitrust Division. He has also been involved in compliance counseling and litigation.
Research and Early Career
Brian began his professional journey as a Research Assistant in the Department of History at Boston University from 2009 to 2011. He also gained valuable experience through internships, including a position at the United States Attorney's Office in 2016 and as a Summer Graduate Intern at the New York City Law Department in 2014.