Mid-level Antitrust Litigation Associate

A law firm seeks a mid-level attorney to join its Litigation & Enforcement team in Washington, D.C., focusing on antitrust compliance and government review matters. This role offers significant involvement in merger-related risk assessment, regulatory investigations, and client advocacy before federal and state agencies.

Duties

• Perform antitrust due diligence for merger and acquisition transactions, identifying and evaluating competitive concerns

• Analyze transactional and conduct-based antitrust risks, coordinating review processes through interviews with clients and discussions with opposing counsel

• Draft and review transactional documents addressing antitrust provisions and compliance considerations

• Lead responses to compulsory requests (e.g., “Second Requests”) in investigations by the FTC, DOJ, and state antitrust authorities, including preparation of presentations, white papers, and client witness preparation

• Provide strategic guidance on antitrust compliance, keeping internal teams and clients apprised of evolving regulations and enforcement trends

• Represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and litigation related to consent agreements or other enforcement actions

• Supervise and mentor junior associates on antitrust research, drafting, and investigation procedures

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience advising corporate clients on antitrust laws, particularly in pre-merger due diligence and risk assessments

• Demonstrated familiarity with Second Request processes and defending clients in FTC, DOJ, or state antitrust investigations

• Strong analytical capabilities and negotiation aptitude when addressing complex competitive issues

• Proven ability to communicate clearly in writing and interpersonal interactions with clients and cross-functional teams

• Active admission to practice in the District of Columbia

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the D.C. Bar (required)

Skills

• In-depth understanding of current U.S. antitrust statutes, regulations, and enforcement mechanisms

• Experience conducting antitrust risk analysis in corporate transactions

• Ability to manage large-scale document productions and coordinate complex investigation logistics

• Excellent drafting skills for briefs, presentations, and compliance memoranda

• Strong interpersonal skills for training junior team members and liaising with clients, regulators, and opposing counsel

This firm loves its Harvard Law graduates and has the pedigree and New England roots to prove it. Most well known for its corporate practice, this firm has established and developed a DC practice that truly expands the areas of expertise among this firm's cities. Known for being more formal than other firms, the associates are very well compensated and receive good work. Partners get mentoring and providing opportunities for client contact. If you can get through the door here, this opportunity, especially for front page mergers and acquisitions and securities work, is unmatched. Known as the best firm in Boston, you'd better have a high GPA, or you're wasting your time.