Litigation Antitrust Associate Attorney

Job Title: Antitrust Litigation Associate Attorney
Job Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is currently seeking a talented and driven associate attorney to join their dynamic antitrust litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in antitrust litigation or merger control, with a strong foundation in antitrust law. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who excels in written communication and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced legal environment.

Duties:

• Represent clients in complex antitrust litigation and regulatory matters.
• Draft and review legal briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
• Participate in discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Provide counsel on antitrust issues related to mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.
• Analyze legal precedents and apply findings to current cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients on case strategies and legal solutions.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of developments in antitrust law and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist in settlement negotiations and prepare related documentation.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in antitrust litigation or merger control.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience with legal drafting, including motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
• Proven ability to handle complex legal issues and deliver effective solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar or eligibility to gain admission.

Skills:

• Expertise in antitrust law and litigation.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in legal software and case management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client and team collaboration.

Job Location: Los Angeles, CA

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with firm contributions.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive work environment that encourages work-life balance.

This very prestigious Los Angeles firm has offices throughout the U.S. and the world. Their mega-power clients include top national and international corporations. The firm has a unique culture and produces very self-confident, easy-going, polished attorneys. This firm has a lot of power in Los Angeles and embraces attorneys from a variety of backgrounds in a very encouraging way. Additionally, the compensation at this firm is truly first-rate. New attorneys are encouraged to partake in the mentoring program and training opportunities. The firm has a very good management structure which appears to make partnership and advancement decisions for its associates in a very even-handed and fair manner.