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Associate Attorney Needed - Growth Opportunity

$235k - $390k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description Direct Counsel is seeking an Antitrust Associate to join a premier Antitrust & Competition practice in Washington, D.C. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated antitrust litigation, government investigations, and enforcement matters involving some of the most complex competition issues facing businesses today.

The ideal candidate will have antitrust experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and a desire to work on high-profile civil, regulatory, and criminal antitrust matters.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in a broad range of antitrust and competition matters

Advise clients in:

Civil antitrust litigation

DOJ and FTC investigations

Civil conduct investigations

Criminal antitrust enforcement matters

Conduct legal research and prepare strategic analyses on complex competition issues

Draft:

Motions

Briefs

Legal memoranda

Investigative submissions

Client advisories

Assist with government investigations, regulatory responses, and litigation strategy

Manage discovery, witness preparation, and fact development

Collaborate with clients, economists, industry experts, and regulatory authorities

Participate in all phases of litigation and enforcement proceedings

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Law school class years 2019–2023
  • 2–6 years of relevant antitrust experience
  • Strong substantive knowledge of antitrust and competition law

~ Experience with:

  • Antitrust litigation
  • Government investigations
  • Regulatory enforcement matters

Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Outstanding oral communication and advocacy abilities

Ability to manage sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment

Top academic credentials

Preferred Experience

DOJ or FTC investigations

Prior government service with the DOJ or FTC

Civil conduct investigations

Criminal antitrust enforcement matters

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $235,000 – $390,000

Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations

Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Retirement benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Basic life insurance

Why This Opportunity

Join a highly regarded Antitrust & Competition practice

Work on sophisticated litigation and enforcement matters

Represent leading companies in high-stakes antitrust disputes and investigations

Gain meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure

Collaborate with top practitioners, economists, and industry experts

Strong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunities

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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