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Antitrust Of Counsel Attorney

$460K/yr

Antitrust Of Counsel Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking an Antitrust Of Counsel to join the nationally recognized Antitrust & Competition practice of a premier Am Law firm. This opportunity is ...

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Antitrust Of Counsel Attorney

San Diego, CA · On-site

$460K/yr

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Principal, Counsel

Plano, TX · On-site

Reporting to the Senior Director, Counsel of the sector, this role operates as a legal specialist and business partner in providing strategic, proactive, and practical legal counsel and guidance to ...

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Plano, TX · On-site

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Antitrust Of Counsel Attorney

Costa Mesa, CA

$460K/yr

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Costa Mesa, CA

$460K/yr

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $230K/yr

Healthcare Counsel Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Counsel - Healthcare to join a highly respected California-based law firm with a sophisticated healthcare practice. This opportunity is ideal ...

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $230K/yr

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

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Of Counsel M&A & Private Equity

New York, NY · On-site

$470K/yr

Direct Counsel is seeking an Of Counsel attorney to join a premier Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior transactional ...

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Of Counsel M&A & Private Equity

New York, NY · On-site

$470K/yr

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $230K/yr

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

Sacramento, CA · On-site +1

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

Sacramento, CA · On-site +1

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

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Healthcare Counsel Attorney

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Labor & Employment Counsel

New York, NY · On-site

$285K - $310K/yr

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 50 firm seeking a for its New York office . This role is within the firm's renowned Labor & Employment Department , with a focus on hospitality industry ...

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Labor & Employment Counsel

New York, NY · On-site

$285K - $310K/yr

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Philadelphia, PA · Hybrid

$250K - $500K/yr

Of Counsel - Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required) Direct Counsel is seeking an Of Counsel - Litigation (Product Liability) to join a highly respected Am Law firm.

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Philadelphia, PA · Hybrid

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Palo Alto, CA · Hybrid

$250K - $500K/yr

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Palo Alto, CA · Hybrid

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Austin, TX · Hybrid

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Austin, TX · Hybrid

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Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

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Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

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Washington, DC · Hybrid

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

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Of Counsel Product Liability Litigation (Scientific/Medical Background Required)

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

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Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

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How does a Director Counsel typically interact with other departments within an organization?

A Director Counsel works closely with a variety of departments, such as compliance, human resources, finance, and executive leadership, to provide legal guidance on business decisions and risk management. Regular collaboration involves reviewing contracts, advising on regulatory matters, and participating in strategic planning meetings to ensure the organization’s activities align with legal requirements. This cross-functional interaction is essential for proactively identifying legal issues and supporting the organization’s goals. Effective communication and relationship-building skills are crucial for success in this role.

What is a Director Counsel?

A Director Counsel is a senior legal professional who leads and manages the legal department within an organization. They provide strategic legal advice to the company's executives, oversee compliance with laws and regulations, and handle major legal matters such as contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and litigation. Director Counsels often supervise other lawyers and legal staff, ensuring the organization's interests are protected while minimizing legal risks. They play a crucial role in shaping company policies and making high-level decisions that may impact the business.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director Counsel, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Counsel, you need an accredited law degree, active bar membership, and deep expertise in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Familiarity with legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis and experience with contract management systems are typically required. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are critical for providing strategic legal guidance, safeguarding organizational interests, and ensuring compliance in complex business environments.

What is the difference between Director Counsel vs Corporate Counsel?

Aspect	Director Counsel	Corporate Counsel
Credentials	JD degree, bar admission, extensive legal experience	JD degree, bar admission, legal experience, often in corporate law
Work Environment	Legal departments, corporate offices, often leadership roles	In-house legal teams, corporate offices, handling daily legal matters
Employer & Industry Usage	Large corporations, legal firms, multinational companies	Corporations, startups, non-profits, government agencies
Search & Comparison Intent	Understanding senior legal roles in corporations	Legal advisory roles within companies

While both roles require a JD and legal experience, a Director Counsel typically holds a senior leadership position overseeing legal strategies, whereas a Corporate Counsel focuses on providing legal advice and handling daily legal issues within a company.

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Infographic showing various Director Counsel job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 49% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Antitrust Of Counsel Attorney

Direct Counsel

San Diego, CA • On-site

$460K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Antitrust Of Counsel Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an Antitrust Of Counsel to join the nationally recognized Antitrust & Competition practice of a premier Am Law firm. This opportunity is available in Century City, Downtown Los Angeles, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Diego, or San Francisco.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated antitrust and competition matters for leading corporations, financial institutions, and other high-profile clients. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in antitrust law, government investigations, enforcement actions, or complex antitrust litigation and will thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on a broad range of antitrust and competition law matters
Represent clients in government investigations, internal investigations, and enforcement actions
Handle matters involving federal and state antitrust regulators, including interactions with the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission
Manage and support complex civil antitrust litigation matters from inception through resolution
Conduct and oversee discovery, including document review, witness preparation, and deposition strategy
Draft and argue pretrial motions, briefs, and other substantive court filings
Represent clients in state and federal courts and before regulatory authorities
Develop litigation and investigation strategies in collaboration with partners and client teams
Work closely with clients on competition-related compliance, risk management, and enforcement issues

Qualifications

Significant experience in antitrust and competition law
Experience with government investigations, internal investigations, and enforcement proceedings, and/or complex civil antitrust litigation
Strong experience handling discovery, motion practice, and complex case management
Experience representing clients before federal and state courts as well as government enforcement agencies
Excellent legal writing, analytical, advocacy, and communication skills
Strong judgment and ability to manage sophisticated matters independently
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Prior federal judicial clerkship experience is preferred
Background in economics or a related discipline is preferred
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in California

Why Join

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a rapidly growing and highly regarded antitrust practice that advises clients on some of the most significant competition, enforcement, and litigation matters in the market. Attorneys in this group work alongside nationally recognized practitioners on high-profile matters involving cutting-edge legal and economic issues.

The firm is known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated client base, and commitment to providing attorneys with meaningful responsibility, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated compensation for this position starts at $460,000 annually, with actual compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities
Wellness and employee assistance programs
Performance-based bonus opportunities

Direct Counsel is an equal opportunity recruiter and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

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Director Counsel information

How does a Director Counsel typically interact with other departments within an organization?

What is a Director Counsel?

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director Counsel, and why are they important?

What is the difference between Director Counsel vs Corporate Counsel?

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