Transactional Antitrust Associate Attorney

Transactional Antitrust Associate Attorney – New York or Washington, D.C.

Direct Counsel is seeking a Transactional Antitrust Associate to join a leading Am Law 100 firm with a rapidly growing, nationally recognized Antitrust and Competition practice. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-profile matters with top attorneys in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in government antitrust investigations and merger enforcement actions, including Second Requests.
• Counsel clients on transactional antitrust risk, strategy, and compliance.
• Appear before enforcement authorities such as the U.S. Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission, and state Attorneys General.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced antitrust practitioners in handling complex and high-stakes matters.

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in antitrust and competition law, including government merger reviews and investigations.
• Strong background advising clients on transactional antitrust issues.
• Bar admission (or eligibility for admission) in New York or Washington, D.C. (Note: While the team is considering candidates in D.C., there is a particular focus on building the group in New York).
• Excellent written, oral, and analytical skills.

Compensation: The expected salary range for this position is $235,000–$365,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.