History of Gail Slater in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 12, 2026

Abigail Slater is an Irish-born American lawyer currently serving as the United States Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Justice's Antitrust Division. Her role places her at the forefront of enforcing antitrust laws in the U.S. and overseeing investigations into potentially anti-competitive business practices.

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December 10, 1971: Abigail Slater Born

On December 10, 1971, Abigail Slater, née Conlon, was born in Ireland.

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1993: Bachelor of Civil Law

In 1993, Slater earned a Bachelor of Civil Law from University College Dublin.

1995: Master of Jurisprudence

In 1995, Slater earned a Master of Jurisprudence from St Hilda's College, Oxford.

1996: Master of Laws

In 1996, Slater earned a Master of Laws from University College Dublin.

1997: Legal Practice Course

In 1997, Slater completed her Legal Practice Course from the College of Law, Guildford.

2003: Moved to the U.S.

In 2003, Slater moved to the U.S. and holds dual citizenship.

2004: Joined U.S. Federal Trade Commission

In 2004, Abigail Slater left Freshfields and became a staff attorney for the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

2011: FTC attorney advisor to commissioner Julie Brill

In 2011, Slater became the FTC attorney advisor to commissioner Julie Brill.

February 2018: Appointed Special Assistant to the President

In February 2018, Slater was appointed as special assistant to President Donald Trump for technology, telecommunications and cybersecurity.

March 11, 2025: Confirmed by the Senate

On March 11, 2025, Abigail Slater was confirmed by the Senate with a vote of 78-19, as Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Justice Antitrust Division.