Litigation Associate (Antitrust) - Orange County

Associate - Litigation / Merger Control - Antitrust

Locations : Austin, Century City, Chicago, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.

Practice Area : Antitrust

Experience Level : 2-5 years (3rd-5th year associate class)

Compensation : Cravath scale

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm with an immediate need for a highly qualified Antitrust Associate.

The firm's nationally recognized Litigation & Trial Department is seeking a motivated and skilled associate to join its expanding Antitrust team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of substantive experience in antitrust litigation and / or merger control, with strong familiarity across key statutes such as the Sherman Act, Clayton Act, and Hart-Scott-Rodino Act.

Responsibilities :

• Handle complex antitrust matters including litigation, investigations, and merger clearance.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on antitrust laws, regulatory issues, and economic competition.
• Draft motions, pleadings, memoranda, and discovery responses.
• Support all stages of litigation, including depositions, trial prep, and client communications.
• Engage in merger review processes and coordinate with government enforcement agencies.

Qualifications :

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading antitrust practitioners on high-profile matters in a collaborative and high-performing environment. The firm offers top-of-market compensation and a commitment to professional growth.