Lateral Antitrust Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a highly skilled Lateral Antitrust Associate Attorney with experience in analyzing transactions for competition issues, managing merger control filings, and advocating before regulatory bodies such as the DOJ and FTC. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding academic credentials, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in antitrust law.

Duties:

• Analyze transactions for competition issues and merger control filing requirements, with a focus on compliance with the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act and its implementing Rules.
• Conduct substantive analysis, address procedural issues, and manage filing logistics related to HSR Act compliance.
• Advocate before regulatory bodies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in antitrust matters.
• Provide legal counsel in technology, life sciences, and private equity transactions, with a specific emphasis on antitrust implications.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Relevant Bar admission in California, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.
• Proven experience in antitrust law, particularly in analyzing transactions and managing merger control filings.
• Familiarity with the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act and its procedural requirements.
• Outstanding academic credentials and comparable law firm experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Relevant Bar admission in California, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Skills:

• Strong analytical abilities to assess competition issues and merger control requirements.
• Comprehensive understanding of antitrust laws and regulations.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Detail-oriented approach to managing filing logistics and procedural compliance.
• Advocacy skills for representing clients before the DOJ and FTC in antitrust matters.

This international firm covers the full range of corporate law practices, and specializes in niche fields such as transportation, food, and carbon markets; its four offices in the state give the firm a strong presence in California. Attorneys in this firm take an entrepreneurial approach to minimizing risks and maximizing outcomes for leading corporations and investors, and are equally comfortable in the courtroom or the conference room.