Job Description
Job DescriptionAntitrust & Competition Associate Attorney
Location: New York, NY or Washington, DC
Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level Antitrust & Competition Associate Attorney to join the Antitrust practice of a leading Am Law firm. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex antitrust matters related to mergers and acquisitions, regulatory filings, and government investigations in a sophisticated and collaborative practice.
Responsibilities
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Advise clients on antitrust and competition issues in connection with mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
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Prepare and manage Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings and provide guidance on reportability requirements.
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Coordinate foreign antitrust filings and multi-jurisdictional regulatory analyses.
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Assist in Second Request investigations and other government antitrust reviews.
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Draft and negotiate antitrust-related provisions in transaction agreements, including risk-shifting covenants.
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Manage document reviews, regulatory responses, and compliance with antitrust agency requirements.
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Collaborate with transactional teams to identify and mitigate antitrust risk in complex deals.
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Utilize legal technology tools and document review platforms to support antitrust investigations and filings.
Qualifications
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4–5 years of antitrust experience in a law firm and/or government setting.
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Demonstrated experience handling HSR filings and merger review matters.
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Experience advising on antitrust aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
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Experience with Second Request investigations or agency reviews strongly preferred.
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Familiarity with document review platforms or AI-assisted legal technology tools is a plus.
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Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
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Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
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JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
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Active bar admission in New York or Washington, DC, or ability to obtain admission promptly.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $290,000 – $310,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered.