Antitrust Counsel

A law firm in New York is seeking an Antitrust Counsel to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in a variety of antitrust matters, including mergers and acquisitions, complex antitrust litigation, government investigations, financing transactions with antitrust risk, and antitrust compliance. Strong oral and written communication skills, a robust academic background, and admission to the New York Bar are essential for this role.

Duties:

• Advise and represent clients on a wide range of antitrust matters.
• Provide counsel on mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with antitrust regulations.
• Handle complex antitrust litigation cases, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in government investigations related to antitrust issues.
• Assess antitrust risks associated with financing transactions and provide guidance to mitigate such risks.
• Develop and implement antitrust compliance programs for clients.
• Conduct legal research on antitrust laws and regulations to provide accurate advice to clients.
• Draft and negotiate agreements and contracts with antitrust considerations in mind.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external experts to address antitrust challenges effectively.
• Stay updated on developments in antitrust laws and regulations to provide informed guidance to clients.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in antitrust matters.
• Admission to the New York Bar.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong academic background.

Education:

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the New York Bar.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of antitrust laws and regulations.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide strategic advice.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal work.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

This firm is high on profits per partner, but low in terms of associate satisfaction. The good news? They are looking at it, says management, who is reinvigorating the attempts to address associate satisfaction and attrition. Although the work is good--associates feel that they learn through trial by fire, those wanting hands on mentoring or touchy feely interaction with partners will likely be disappointed. However, with major investment bank clients and a recipe for profitability, it is unlikely that this large New York firm will leave the Manhattan scene any time soon.