Lateral Antitrust Associate

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly qualified associate to join its Antitrust and Competition team in Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes civil litigation, DOJ/FTC civil conduct investigations, and criminal enforcement matters. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 6 years of experience and a strong foundation in antitrust law, with a preference for experience working with enforcement agencies or prior DOJ/FTC government service.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent clients in civil antitrust litigation and investigations.
• Assist in DOJ/FTC civil conduct investigations and criminal enforcement matters.
• Advise clients on antitrust compliance and competition law risks.
• Prepare legal documents, including briefs, motions, and compliance guidelines.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex antitrust matters.
• Engage in direct client communication and case management.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on competition law issues.
• Support internal investigations related to antitrust matters.

Requirements:

• 2 to 6 years of experience in antitrust law (class years 2019–2023).
• Strong knowledge of antitrust law and competition regulations.
• Experience in civil litigation, DOJ/FTC investigations, and criminal enforcement.
• Ideally, prior experience with enforcement agencies or DOJ/FTC government service.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters and communicate effectively with clients.
• Proven academic excellence and attention to detail.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Expertise in antitrust law, including civil and criminal enforcement matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Client-focused mindset and proactive approach.

Benefits:

• Health care coverage (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation days.
• Parental leave, basic life insurance, and performance-based discretionary bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.