Antitrust Associate (Mid-Level)

Venable LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 215,000 - 355,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a mid-level antitrust associate with at least three years of experience. The successful candidate will handle complex antitrust litigation, represent clients before governmental entities, and provide strategic compliance counseling. Ideal skills include strong writing, analytical capabilities, and experience with the FTC and DOJ. This position offers significant responsibility, client interaction, and potential for career growth. The salary range is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of substantive antitrust experience.
• Ability to manage matters with a high degree of autonomy.
• Clear and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex antitrust litigation including high-profile matters.
• Represent clients before the FTC, DOJ, and state attorneys general.
• Provide strategic counseling on competitive practices.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Litigation and advocacy skills

Deep knowledge of antitrust law

Experience with FTC and DOJ

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Venable LLP’s Antitrust Group is seeking a mid-level antitrust associate with a minimum of three years of experience to join the practice in the Washington, DC office.

Our Antitrust practice seeks a talented mid-level antitrust associate with broad-based experience across the full spectrum of antitrust law — everything from high-stakes litigation to government investigations to strategic counseling with confidence and sound judgment. As a key member of our team, you’ll work on complex antitrust litigation, defending clients in high-profile matters that often involve multi-district proceedings and parallel government investigations. You will also represent clients before the FTC, DOH and state attorneys general in both conduct investigations — such as alleged price-fixing, market allocation, and monopolization — and merger investigations involving transactions that raise competitive concerns. In addition to advocacy, you’ll provide strategic counseling on a wide range of antitrust issues, including distribution practices, competitive collaborations, and non-compete arrangements. You’ll also help clients proactively manage risk by developing and delivering compliance programs and training sessions, including presentations to C-suite executives and boards.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of substantive antitrust experience in a leading antitrust practice. Strong writing and analytical skills, as well as litigation and advocacy skills, combined with deep knowledge of antitrust law and enforcement trends, are essential. Experience engaging directly with the FTC and DOJ is strongly preferred, as is the ability to manage matters with a high degree of autonomy and sound business judgment. The successful candidate takes a practical, business-oriented approach to solving complex legal problems, communicates clearly and effectively, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. Be part of a high-performing team that offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and a realistic path to career growth.

Venable LLP is an American Lawyer Global 100 law firm headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Our lawyers and legislative advisors serve domestic and international clients in all areas of corporate and business law, complex litigation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, and government affairs. Additional information can be found at Venable.com.

The salary range for associate positions is $215,000 to $355,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of job-related factors including, but not limited to, years of related experience, level of education, skills, credentials and certifications, responsibilities and performance.

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