Philadelphia, PA $280,000 - $400,000 Id: 60237f00-0d24-4a68-aff9-cfdd44c5a577

Associate Attorney - Antitrust Litigation

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  • 60237f00-0d24-4a68-aff9-cfdd44c5a577
  • September 30
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Associate Attorney - Antitrust Litigation

 

Location: Philadelphia, PA

HYBRID (3 days/week in-office)

 

 

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 international law firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their premier Antitrust & Competition practice in Philadelphia.  

This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile antitrust litigation, government investigations, merger reviews, and compliance counseling matters. The successful candidate will advise sophisticated clients across a broad range of industries while collaborating with accomplished practitioners on some of the most complex competition matters in the marketplace.
 

Candidate Profile

  • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admission in Pennsylvania, in good standing
  • 4+ years of substantive antitrust experience in private practice, the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission, or a comparable governmental agency
  • Significant experience litigating antitrust disputes and/or representing clients in government investigations
  • Strong knowledge of Section 1 and Section 2 antitrust theories and merger analysis under Clayton Act Section 7
  • Experience advising clients on antitrust compliance, distribution practices, competitive collaborations, and non-compete arrangements
  • Demonstrated deposition, motion practice, and complex legal drafting experience
  • Strong writing, analytical, advocacy, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage sophisticated matters with a high degree of autonomy and sound business judgment
  • Experience interacting directly with the FTC and DOJ strongly preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in complex antitrust litigation in federal and state courts
  • Counsel clients through civil and criminal antitrust investigations conducted by the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission
  • Advise clients on merger reviews, conduct investigations, and antitrust compliance matters
  • Analyze competitive practices and provide strategic guidance regarding distribution arrangements, joint ventures, collaborations, and other competition-related issues
  • Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, investigative submissions, and compliance materials
  • Conduct witness preparation, depositions, and factual investigations
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams on high-stakes client matters
  • Monitor developments in antitrust law and enforcement trends to provide proactive client counseling
 

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded antitrust practice that handles cutting-edge litigation and regulatory matters nationwide. Attorneys in this group enjoy significant client contact, meaningful responsibility, and exposure to sophisticated matters involving government agencies, major corporations, and complex market issues. The firm offers a collegial and entrepreneurial environment where talented attorneys can build deep subject-matter expertise while advancing their careers through mentorship, professional development, and hands-on experience.
 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary range is $280,000+, as determined by experience and market factors
  • Bonus Eligibility
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k)/retirement plans; professional development resources, wellness initiatives, bonus opportunities, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.
 
 

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample for consideration.

 
 
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
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