Antitrust Litigation Associate (1st-4th Year)

Paul Hastings LLP; Washington, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York (District of Columbia, CA, CA, NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Hastings LLP is seeking a 1st-4th Year Associate to join its nationally recognized Antitrust and Competition practice group. The role involves handling complex antitrust litigation, government investigations, and enforcement actions, with opportunities to work from the firm's Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, or New York offices.

This position offers exposure to high-profile matters and a competitive compensation package with a salary range of $225,000–$310,000 per year,

Qualifications

• 1st-4th year associate level.
• Bar admission must be admitted or eligible for admission to the Bar in the practice jurisdiction.
• Preferred: federal clerkship experience and/or background in economics.

Responsibilities

• Manage antitrust and competition law matters, including internal investigations and government enforcement actions (DOJ/FTC).
• Handle civil antitrust litigation, including discovery, drafting pretrial motions, and case management.
• Represent clients in state and federal court proceedings.

Job description

Antitrust Litigation Associate (1st-4th Year)

Organising Institution / Firm

Paul Hastings LLP

Rolling Basis (Official)

$225,000 - $310,000 annually

1st-4th year associate; admitted (or eligible to be admitted) to the Bar in the jurisdiction of practice.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Paul Hastings LLP is seeking a 1st-4th Year Associate to join its nationally-recognized Antitrust and Competition practice group. The role involves handling complex antitrust litigation, government investigations, and enforcement actions, with opportunities to work from the firm's Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, or New York offices.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 1st-4th year associate level.
• Bar Admission: Must be admitted or eligible for admission to the Bar in the jurisdiction of the office location.
• Preferred: Prior federal clerkship experience and/or a background in economics.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage antitrust and competition law matters, including internal investigations and government enforcement actions (DOJ/FTC).
• Handle civil antitrust litigation, including discovery, drafting pretrial motions, and case management.
• Represent clients in state and federal court proceedings.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Annual Salary Range: $225,000 – $310,000 (actual pay varies based on experience).