M&A Antitrust Associate

5 Legal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

5 Legal is seeking an associate for its Antitrust & Competition team in any US office. The ideal candidate has 3 years of experience handling antitrust merger-review matters and a strong record of client service and teamwork.

Candidates with experience in merger investigations by DOJ/FTC and state attorneys general, Second Requests, witness preparation for depositions or hearings, and merger integration planning are highly valued. Bar admission in the state of work is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience working on antitrust merger-review matters.
• Major law firm or government experience is preferred.
• Experience with DOJ/FTC merger investigations and state AG reviews is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist on merger reviews and related antitrust matters.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and investigational hearings.
• Litigate merger challenges and advise on merger agreements, due diligence, and integration planning.

Skills

Antitrust law

Merger review

Second Requests

Deposition prep

Client service

Education

Bar admission

Job description

One of the best firms to work for in Big Law seeks an associate to join their Antitrust & Competition team for any of their US Offices.

The ideal candidate must have 3 years of experience working on antitrust merger-review matters.

Qualified candidates will have a major law firm or government experience and a proven track record of commitment to world-class client service and teamwork. Experience preparing advocacy and submissions in merger investigations conducted by U.S. federal agencies (DOJ/FTC) and state attorneys general, working on Second Requests, preparing witnesses for depositions/investigational hearings, litigating merger challenges, and advising companies on merger agreements, due diligence, and integration planning is strongly preferred. Comparable experience working on such matters at antitrust enforcers is just as valuable. Experience with business development efforts explaining the implications of changes in antitrust merger policy is a plus. Candidates should have strong client and technical skills, be team-oriented, and have a problem-solving personality. A strong work ethic, solid interpersonal skills, and a motivated, entrepreneurial outlook are essential. Candidates must also possess excellent academic credentials along with superior communication and organizational skills and be (or have the ability to become) a member of the Bar in the state in which they will work and reside.