Antitrust & Competition Associate Attorney

First Search Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Job summary

First Search Inc. seeks an Antitrust & Competition Associate Attorney in Washington, DC, joining a premier AmLaw 50 firm’s Antitrust & Competition Practice Group.

This hybrid role offers exposure to cutting-edge merger reviews, government investigations, and complex litigation, advising multinational clients at the intersection of business, government, and regulation. The successful candidate will handle sophisticated matters, work with top practitioners, and contribute to compliance

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC, in good standing.
• 3-4 years of post-JD antitrust experience.
• Experience in antitrust litigation, merger reviews, regulatory investigations.
• Experience before FTC/DOJ and state AGs preferred.
• Knowledge of merger clearance processes and cartel investigations.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in antitrust litigation in federal and state courts.
• Assist with merger clearance reviews and regulatory filings.
• Advise clients during FTC/DOJ investigations.
• Conduct legal research on competition law issues.
• Draft motions, briefs, agency submissions, and memoranda.
• Support internal and government antitrust investigations.
• Counsel clients on antitrust compliance and risk management.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups.
• Monitor developments in antitrust enforcement and policy.

Skills

Antitrust knowledge

Litigation experience

Merger reviews

Regulatory investigations

FTC/DOJ experience

Client counseling

Education

Top-tier law school

Job description

Antitrust & Competition Associate Attorney

Antitrust & Competition Practice Group

Location: Washington, DC

HYBRID

Our client, a premier international AmLaw 50 firm with a globally recognized Antitrust & Competition Practice , is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside leading antitrust practitioners on some of the most significant merger reviews, government investigations, antitrust litigation matters, and compliance counseling engagements in the marketplace.

The successful candidate will advise sophisticated multinational clients at the intersection of business, government, and regulation while gaining exposure to cutting-edge competition issues across a wide range of industries.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC , in good standing
• 3-4 years of post-JD experience (excluding judicial clerkships) in antitrust and competition law
• Experience handling antitrust litigation matters, merger review matters, and regulatory investigations
• Experience representing clients before the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Department of Justice (DOJ), and state attorneys general preferred
• Knowledge of merger clearance processes, cartel investigations, and government enforcement actions
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional writing, advocacy, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• Experience working directly with clients and government agencies preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in antitrust litigation matters in federal and state courts
• Assist with merger clearance reviews and related regulatory filings
• Advise clients during investigations conducted by the FTC, DOJ, and state attorneys general
• Conduct legal research and analysis involving complex competition law issues
• Draft motions, briefs, agency submissions, white papers, and client memoranda
• Support internal and government investigations involving antitrust concerns
• Counsel clients on antitrust compliance and risk management strategies
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to support transactional and litigation matters
• Monitor developments in antitrust enforcement and competition policy

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the nation's most highly regarded antitrust practices. The group regularly advises global corporations on transformative transactions, high-profile investigations, complex litigation, and regulatory challenges. Attorneys enjoy significant client interaction, sophisticated matter responsibility, and direct exposure to industry-leading practitioners.

The firm is known for its culture of excellence, commitment to professional development, collegial environment, and strong mentorship programs. Associates are given meaningful opportunities to grow their practices while working on matters that shape competition law and policy worldwide.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Salary range**$260,000 - $420,000,** commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, parental leave, wellness resources, professional development programs, performance-based bonuses, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.