Mid-Level Antitrust Associate Attorney

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Job Title: Mid-Level Antitrust Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A well-established law firm in Richmond, VA, seeks a highly skilled Mid-Level Antitrust Associate Attorney to join their team. This role is designed for a talented legal professional with strong experience in antitrust and competition law, specifically in mergers and acquisitions, merger compliance, and transactional counseling. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting businesses across various industries by providing strategic guidance and effective solutions in competitive practices.

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel on antitrust issues, including antitrust audits, compliance programs, and business counseling.
• Engage in complex antitrust litigation, including class action suits, government investigations, and grand jury proceedings.
• Advise on M&A activities and compliance with the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act, as well as other merger and acquisition regulatory requirements.
• Support international competition matters, including European Union state aid regulations, trade compliance, and cartel investigations.
• Represent clients in private treble damage litigation and debarment proceedings.
• Collaborate on high-stakes criminal prosecutions and international cartel investigations.
• Assist with strategic planning and execution for clients involved in antitrust-related challenges or disputes.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in antitrust law, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, merger compliance, and transactional counseling.
• Demonstrated experience with premerger compliance and Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filings.
• Proven ability to take on substantial responsibilities, including managing client interactions and complex cases.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong legal writing skills.
• Preferred background includes experience with a large law firm or a relevant government agency.
• Prior federal clerkship experience is highly advantageous.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Virginia Bar or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the Virginia State Bar (or ability to gain admission).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, particularly within the context of antitrust and competition law.
• Proficiency in handling complex legal research, writing, and documentation.
• Exceptional communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Familiarity with federal and international regulatory standards related to competition and trade.

Job Location:

• Richmond, VA

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306