ACT Associate Attorney

Job Title: ACT Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm based in Redwood City, CA, is seeking a driven and multilingual Associate with at least one year of antitrust experience to join its internationally renowned competition law team. This opportunity offers the chance to work on complex cross-border matters in coordination with legal professionals across leading global jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will be intellectually agile, client-focused, and comfortable operating in both domestic and international legal settings.

Duties:

• Support senior attorneys on antitrust matters, including merger reviews, government investigations, and litigation

• Collaborate across offices on multijurisdictional cases involving major corporate clients

• Engage in agency-facing work, strategic counseling, and litigation proceedings

• Analyze global regulatory frameworks and provide strategic insight for cross-border matters

• Assist with filings, briefings, and preparation for appearances before regulatory bodies

• Communicate effectively with international clients and colleagues across different time zones and languages

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in antitrust, competition, or related legal areas

• Strong analytical skills and experience handling complex legal and factual issues

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on global teams

• Must hold an active license to practice law in the state of California

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar

Skills:

• Proficiency in English and at least one of the following: Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, or Vietnamese

• Additional language proficiency is considered an advantage

• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication abilities

• Adaptability in high-stakes, fast-paced environments

• Strong organizational and client-service skills

Job Location:

• Redwood City, CA

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans

• Retirement savings plans with firm contributions

• Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment

• Opportunities for international travel and cross-border casework

• Paid time off and firm holidays

• Mental wellness and employee assistance programs