Senior Antitrust Associate Attorney

Location: Washington, D.C.

Our client, a highly-regarded AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Associate Attorney to join its Antitrust & Competition Practice Group in Washington, DC. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with a strong background in antitrust law, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions, to work on high-profile matters in a collaborative and sophisticated practice.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in D.C. in good standing.
• 7+ years of substantive antitrust experience, including merger control, regulatory compliance, and commercial litigation.
• Significant experience advising on the antitrust aspects of M&A transactions, including managing “clean team” protocols, drafting risk-shifting covenants, and assessing reportability under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act.
• Strong background in handling foreign filing analyses, preparing premerger notifications, and representing clients in "second request" investigations.
• Experience in commercial litigation, including managing discovery and drafting persuasive briefs.
• Prior AmLaw 100 or government experience is highly preferred.
• Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and team-oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic antitrust counsel for complex domestic and international mergers and acquisitions.
• Advise clients on antitrust compliance, including regulatory filings under the HSR Act and foreign merger control regimes.
• Manage investigations by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), including handling “second request” compliance and negotiation.
• Draft and negotiate antitrust provisions in transactional documents, including risk-shifting covenants.
• Represent clients in high-stakes commercial litigation, including discovery management and motion practice.
• Collaborate with a nationally-recognized team on cutting-edge antitrust matters across multiple industries.

Why Join Us?

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated antitrust matters within a firm known for its excellence in competition law. The firm provides a collaborative and collegial environment where attorneys are encouraged to develop their expertise, take on leadership roles, and work closely with high-caliber clients.

Attorneys benefit from competitive compensation in the form of a salary range of $350,000 - $390,000, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, adoption assistance, backup care for dependents, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, and paid holidays. With a strong commitment to professional development, the firm fosters a culture in which attorneys can thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the antitrust space.

Application Requirements:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.