Washington, DC | Hybrid

Antitrust Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $390,000

A premier global law firm is seeking an Antitrust Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing Fortune 500 companies, private equity sponsors, investment funds, and multinational corporations in sophisticated antitrust counseling, merger review, investigations, and litigation.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of antitrust, competition, or regulatory experience gained at a sophisticated law firm or government agency

• Experience representing clients in Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings, merger reviews, Second Requests, and agency investigations before the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ)

• Experience advising clients regarding mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic collaborations, distribution arrangements, pricing practices, and antitrust compliance

• Experience handling civil investigative demands (CIDs), government investigations, regulatory counseling, and enforcement matters

• Experience drafting Second Request responses, advocacy materials, white papers, memoranda, and agency submissions

• Experience with antitrust litigation, monopolization claims, cartel investigations, or class action defense is a plus

• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Antitrust & Competition practice

✅ Sophisticated merger review, investigations, and counseling work

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent Fortune 500 companies, private equity sponsors, and multinational businesses on market-defining transactions

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174