Antitrust & Competition Associate Attorney

Washington, DC Open
Direct Counsel is looking for Antitrust & Competition Associate Attorney in Washington, DC. This local job opportunity with ID 3662886904 is live since 2026-05-04 14:28:34.

Antitrust & 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
  • Advise clients on antitrust and competition issues in connection with mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
  • Prepare and manage Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings and provide guidance on reportability requirements.
  • Coordinate foreign antitrust filings and multi-jurisdictional regulatory analyses.
  • Assist in Second Request investigations and other government antitrust reviews.
  • Draft and negotiate antitrust-related provisions in transaction agreements, including risk-shifting covenants.
  • Manage document reviews, regulatory responses, and compliance with antitrust agency requirements.
  • Collaborate with transactional teams to identify and mitigate antitrust risk in complex deals.
  • Utilize legal technology tools and document review platforms to support antitrust investigations and filings.
Qualifications
  • 4-5 years of antitrust experience in a law firm and/or government setting.
  • Demonstrated experience handling HSR filings and merger review matters.
  • Experience advising on antitrust aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
  • Experience with Second Request investigations or agency reviews strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with document review platforms or AI-assisted legal technology tools is a plus.
  • Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • 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.

Required Skills