Antitrust & Commercial Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks a seasoned litigator to join its Washington, DC office. This role involves tackling a wide spectrum of intricate antitrust and commercial disputes on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of focused experience handling matters ranging from merger reviews to class-action claims and government investigations.

Duties

• Provide strategic counsel on a broad range of antitrust issues, including cartel defense, monopolization claims, and pricing investigations.

• Lead or assist in class-action antitrust litigation, representing clients on either the plaintiff or defendant side.

• Manage and litigate complex business-to-business disputes, drafting pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and appeals.

• Navigate Civil Investigative Demand (CID) compliance: coordinate document collection, oversee responses, and liaise with government agencies.

• Guide clients through merger notification and clearance processes, including pre-filing strategy, HSR submissions, and risk assessments.

• Advocate for clients in FTC and DOJ rulemaking proceedings, drafting comments, and engaging in regulatory working groups.

• Support or spearhead criminal antitrust inquiries, collaborating with investigative authorities and developing defense strategies.

• Conduct appellate work: prepare briefs, present oral arguments, and monitor case law developments.

• Advise corporate clients on antitrust risk, internal compliance audits, and training programs.

• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., economists, regulatory specialists, and external consultants).

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of demonstrated experience in antitrust and commercial litigation.

• Proven track record of handling both plaintiff-side and defense-side antitrust class actions.

• Familiarity with merger control, CID process, FTC/DOJ investigations, and appellate procedures.

• Strong analytical ability to dissect market-definition issues, pricing models, and competitive dynamics.

• Excellent advocacy skills: drafting persuasive briefs, crafting oral arguments, and presenting to regulatory bodies or courts.

• Capacity to manage multiple high-stakes matters simultaneously, delivering quality work under tight deadlines.

• Exceptional client communication skills with the ability to distill complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders.

• Demonstrated a collaborative mindset and willingness to mentor less-experienced colleagues.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the District of Columbia Bar (or eligibility to become admitted promptly).

• U.S. federal court admissions preferred.

Skills

• Advanced legal research proficiency, leveraging state-of-the-art resources and tools.

• Superior written communication: crafting clear, compelling motions, memos, and regulatory comments.

• Strong oral advocacy: confident courtroom presence and effective presentation in regulatory or investigative settings.

• Strategic problem-solving: developing innovative approaches to complex antitrust challenges.

• Meticulous attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture perspective on case strategy.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving legal landscapes.

• Team orientation: collaborate seamlessly with peers, experts, and support staff.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.

• Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance.

• Disability insurance coverage.