Litigation Associate; Antitrust - Orange

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.

• 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.

• 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.