Associate - Antitrust / Competition at Advocates Legal Recruiting

Our AmLaw 100 client is adding an Antitrust & Competition associate to a nationally recognized team handling civil litigation, DOJ/FTC conduct investigations, and criminal enforcement matters. The work is complex, high-stakes, and cross-office.

• Drive briefing, discovery, and strategy on civil antitrust litigation in federal court.
  

• Support and lead on DOJ/FTC civil conduct investigations and criminal enforcement matters.
  

• Collaborate with senior lawyers on case theory, economic evidence, and agency advocacy.
  

• 2–6 years of antitrust experience from a top firm, clerkship, or agency. Substantive antitrust knowledge required.
  

• Experience with enforcement agencies or prior DOJ/FTC service is a plus.
  

• Strong writing, sharp analytical judgment, and excellent academic record.
  

• A top firm in this space with a deep bench in investigations and trial work.
  

• Direct client exposure on market-moving matters across tech, life sciences, and industrials.
  

• Real mentorship, tight teams, and a platform that supports growth from day one.
  

• Multiple office options across key US markets; cross-office collaboration is standard.
  

• Base salary range: $235,000–$390,000, plus discretionary performance bonus. Full benefits including health care, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, basic life insurance, and FSAs.