Antitrust Associate Attorney

Aligned Talent Acquisition; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

AmLaw 50 international law firm in Dallas is seeking an Antitrust Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office on a hybrid basis. Ideal candidates have 3–6 years of antitrust or complex litigation experience, with strong skills in mergers, regulatory matters, and client counseling.

The role offers exposure to global corporations and private equity sponsors, opportunities for growth, and mentorship within a prestigious AmLaw 50 platform. Texas bar admission or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of antitrust or complex litigation experience at a sophisticated law firm.
• Experience advising on merger clearance, HSR filings, and antitrust regulatory matters.
• Counseling on antitrust compliance, distribution practices, joint ventures, pricing, and competitor collaborations.
• Experience in government investigations, civil antitrust litigation, or regulatory proceedings preferred.
• Antitrust due diligence in mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions.
• Familiarity with Sherman Act, Clayton Act, FTC Act and other competition laws.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing/analytical skills.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted.

Skills

Antitrust experience

Complex litigation

Regulatory matters

Mergers and due diligence

Legal research and writing

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Texas bar admission or eligible

Job description

Dallas | Hybrid

Antitrust Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $435,000+

A premier international law firm is seeking an Antitrust Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing global corporations, private equity sponsors, and other sophisticated clients in complex antitrust and competition matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of antitrust, competition, or complex litigation experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
• Experience advising clients on merger clearance, Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings, and other antitrust regulatory matters
• Experience counseling clients regarding antitrust compliance, distribution practices, joint ventures, pricing issues, and competitor collaborations
• Experience representing clients in government investigations, civil antitrust litigation, or regulatory proceedings is preferred
• Experience conducting antitrust due diligence in connection with mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions
• Familiarity with the Sherman Act, Clayton Act, Federal Trade Commission Act, and other competition laws
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage sophisticated matters while working directly with clients and regulatory agencies
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

• Sophisticated global antitrust and competition platform
• Exposure to complex merger reviews, investigations, and litigation matters
• Significant client interaction and responsibility
• Opportunity to work with premier multinational companies and private equity sponsors
• Strong mentorship and professional development
• Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment