Antitrust & M&A Associate — HSR/Second Requests | DC/NY

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 290,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Disability and life insurance

Adoption assistance

Dependent backup care

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a 4th–5th year Associate to join its Antitrust & Competition Practice Group. This role includes advising clients on HSR reportability, preparing complex filings, and representing clients in regulatory investigations. Ideal candidates should have experience handling antitrust matters in major law firms or government settings and possess strong academic credentials. Compensation ranges between $290,000 and $310,000, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 4th–5th year Associate (Class of 2021–2022) with demonstrated experience in antitrust matters.
• Experience with HSR filings and mergers and acquisitions preferred.
• Strong academic credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on HSR reportability and pre-merger notifications.
• Prepare and manage HSR filings.
• Support merger transactions with antitrust risk advice.
• Represent clients in Second Request investigations.

Skills

Antitrust risk assessment

Excellent communication skills

Regulatory strategy expertise

Strong writing skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-approved law school

Job description

A national law firm is seeking a 4th–5th year Associate to join its Antitrust & Competition Practice Group. This role includes advising clients on HSR reportability, preparing complex filings, and representing clients in regulatory investigations. Ideal candidates should have experience handling antitrust matters in major law firms or government settings and possess strong academic credentials. Compensation ranges between $290,000 and $310,000, with comprehensive benefits offered.