Litigation Associate (Antitrust) - D.C. Job at Direct Counsel, Washington DC

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  • Direct Counsel
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Associate – Litigation/Merger Control – Antitrust
Locations: Austin, Century City, Chicago, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.
Practice Area: Antitrust
Experience Level: 2–5 years (3rd–5th year associate class)
Compensation: Cravath scale

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm with an immediate need for a highly qualified Antitrust Associate.

The firm’s nationally recognized Litigation & Trial Department is seeking a motivated and skilled associate to join its expanding Antitrust team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of substantive experience in antitrust litigation and/or merger control, with strong familiarity across key statutes such as the Sherman Act, Clayton Act, and Hart-Scott-Rodino Act.

Responsibilities:

  • Handle complex antitrust matters including litigation, investigations, and merger clearance.

  • Conduct legal research and analysis on antitrust laws, regulatory issues, and economic competition.

  • Draft motions, pleadings, memoranda, and discovery responses.

  • Support all stages of litigation, including depositions, trial prep, and client communications.

  • Engage in merger review processes and coordinate with government enforcement agencies.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in antitrust litigation and/or merger control.

  • Strong academic credentials and JD from an accredited law school.

  • Exceptional legal writing, research, and analytical skills.

  • Licensed to practice or eligible to waive into one of the firm's listed jurisdictions.

  • Prior experience with an Am Law firm or relevant government agency is a plus.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading antitrust practitioners on high-profile matters in a collaborative and high-performing environment. The firm offers top-of-market compensation and a commitment to professional growth.

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