Antitrust/Competition Associate Attorney

A law firm based in San Francisco is seeking an Antitrust/Competition Associate Attorney with a strong interest in or experience with merger reviews. Experience with the FTC/DOJ is a plus. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience focusing on transactional-based work.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on antitrust laws and regulations.
• Assist with merger reviews and other antitrust investigations.
• Draft and review transactional documents for compliance with antitrust laws.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on antitrust matters.
• Assist with antitrust litigation cases as needed.
• Stay updated on changes in antitrust laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• 1-5 years of experience focusing on transactional-based work.
• Significant interest in or experience with merger reviews.
• FTC/DOJ experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education:

JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of antitrust laws and regulations.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Be a part of a highly successful, full-service law firm that counts among its esteemed clients many Fortune 250 firms. This firm has a reputation for treating associates exceedingly well. The branch office of a large international law firm, this firm's practice has consistently been strong in the litigation, corporate and tax fields; however, the firm also has made a definite commitment to intellectual property related work in the San Francisco legal market. An aggressive development track has associates achieving partner status in a very limited amount of time compared to other national firms of its stature. This firms is generally seeking the best and the brightest--meaning it is most willing to consider associates from top schools and firms.