Antitrust Associate Attorney

Locations: New York, New York; Washington, DC

Direct Counsel is seeking an Antitrust Associate to join the nationally recognized Antitrust Practice Group of a premier global law firm. This is an exceptional opportunity for an associate with antitrust litigation, merger review, or regulatory counseling experience to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border antitrust matters for leading global clients.

The practice is known for handling high-stakes antitrust litigation, merger investigations, government enforcement actions, and strategic counseling matters across a broad range of industries. Attorneys in this group work closely with experienced trial lawyers, former government officials, and strategic advisors on cutting-edge competition law issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of antitrust and competition law matters
• Handle civil antitrust litigation and government investigations
• Assist with:
  • Merger reviews and HSR filings
  • Transactional antitrust counseling
  • Merger compliance matters
  • Internal and government investigations
• Draft court filings, motions, memoranda, and agency submissions
• Participate in all phases of litigation, including:
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Managing discovery
  • Conducting legal research
  • Assisting with trial preparation
• Advise clients on business strategies and antitrust risk management
• Work collaboratively with attorneys across litigation, regulatory, and transactional practices

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials
• 3–5 years of relevant antitrust experience
• Experience in:
  • Civil litigation
  • Antitrust investigations
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • HSR compliance
  • Transactional antitrust counseling
• Prior experience at a leading law firm or relevant government agency preferred
• Outstanding analytical, drafting, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Commitment to exceptional client service and collaborative teamwork
• Admission to the applicable state bar or eligibility to waive in

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $260,000 – $365,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Competitive discretionary bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Industry-leading parental leave and family support benefits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
• Wellness and mental health resources, including employee assistance and wellness programs
• Flexible time away and reduced schedule arrangements
• Paid bar registration and professional association fees
• Robust mentorship, sponsorship, and career development programs
• Significant pro bono opportunities and charitable matching initiatives

This is an outstanding opportunity for an antitrust associate seeking sophisticated litigation and regulatory work, meaningful client interaction, and long-term growth within one of the nation’s leading antitrust practices.