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Direct Counsel

Antitrust Associate Attorney

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking an Antitrust Associate to join a premier Antitrust & Competition practice in Palo Alto. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated ...

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Senior Legal Counsel, Competition

San Jose, CA · On-site

$210K - $366K/yr

Should have direct experience with regulators at US DOJ, FTC, and state AGs. - Act as an antitrust/competition advisor to both business and legal colleagues, including on potential investments ...

Agnello & Rogers

Litigation Associate

San Diego, CA · On-site

$189 - $231/hr

... antitrust, class action and other sophisticated issues. Candidates must be self-starters with ... and direct involvement in every aspect of litigation including discovery, depositions, brief ...

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What is the difference between Director Antitrust vs Competition Counsel?

AspectDirector AntitrustCompetition Counsel
Required CredentialsJD or LLM, extensive antitrust law experienceJD, specialized in competition law, similar credentials
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership in corporate legal teams, policy developmentLegal advisory role, providing counsel on competition issues
Employer & Industry UsageLarge corporations, government agencies, consulting firmsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, regulatory bodies

Both roles require strong knowledge of antitrust and competition law, often holding similar credentials. The Director Antitrust typically leads strategic initiatives within a company, while Competition Counsel provides legal advice on compliance and regulatory matters. Their work environments and employer types overlap significantly, but their focus areas differ in scope and responsibility.

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Antitrust Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$235K - $390K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Direct Counsel is seeking an Antitrust Associate to join a premier Antitrust & Competition practice in Palo Alto. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated antitrust litigation, government investigations, and enforcement matters involving some of the most complex competition issues facing businesses today.

The ideal candidate will have antitrust experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and a desire to work on high-profile civil, regulatory, and criminal antitrust matters.

Responsibilities
  • Represent clients in a broad range of antitrust and competition matters
  • Advise clients in:
    • Civil antitrust litigation
    • DOJ and FTC investigations
    • Civil conduct investigations
    • Criminal antitrust enforcement matters
  • Conduct legal research and prepare strategic analyses on complex competition issues
  • Draft:
    • Motions
    • Briefs
    • Legal memoranda
    • Investigative submissions
    • Client advisories
  • Assist with government investigations, regulatory responses, and litigation strategy
  • Manage discovery, witness preparation, and fact development
  • Collaborate with clients, economists, industry experts, and regulatory authorities
  • Participate in all phases of litigation and enforcement proceedings
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Law school class years 2019–2023
  • 2–6 years of relevant antitrust experience
  • Strong substantive knowledge of antitrust and competition law
  • Experience with:
    • Antitrust litigation
    • Government investigations
    • Regulatory enforcement matters
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Outstanding oral communication and advocacy abilities
  • Ability to manage sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment
  • Top academic credentials
Preferred Experience
  • DOJ or FTC investigations
  • Prior government service with the DOJ or FTC
  • Civil conduct investigations
  • Criminal antitrust enforcement matters
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary range: $235,000 – $390,000
  • Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Basic life insurance
Why This Opportunity
  • Join a highly regarded Antitrust & Competition practice
  • Work on sophisticated litigation and enforcement matters
  • Represent leading companies in high-stakes antitrust disputes and investigations
  • Gain meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure
  • Collaborate with top practitioners, economists, and industry experts
  • Strong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunities

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.