Antitrust Associate position based in Washington, DC.
Seeking candidates with 2-4 years of antitrust experience from a government agency or law firm.
Work involves representing national and international clients in federal and state antitrust matters.
Specific responsibilities include DOJ/FTC investigations, civil and class action litigation, counseling, and M&A review and clearance.
Prior experience with the Department of Justice (DOJ) or Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is strongly preferred.
Experience with HSR matters, state attorneys general, depositions, or oral argument is a plus.
Required qualifications include excellent academic credentials, strong organizational, attention to detail, writing, and analytical skills.
Active membership in the Washington, DC bar is mandatory.
The initial annual salary range for this DC-based role is $235,000 to $280,000, which is part of a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.
Attorneys are expected to work from the Washington, DC office three days per week.

June 23, 2026

Antitrust Associate - Washington, D.C.

LitigationAntitrustClass ActionCounselingDOJFTCHSRLitigationM&A

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLPDistrict of Columbia

Practice area

Litigation, Antitrust · Class Action · Counseling · DOJ · FTC · HSR · Litigation · M&A

PQE

2-4 years

Location

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Antitrust Associate position based in Washington, DC.
Seeking candidates with 2-4 years of antitrust experience from a government agency or law firm.
Work involves representing national and international clients in federal and state antitrust matters.
Specific responsibilities include DOJ/FTC investigations, civil and class action litigation, counseling, and M&A review and clearance.
Prior experience with the Department of Justice (DOJ) or Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is strongly preferred.
Experience with HSR matters, state attorneys general, depositions, or oral argument is a plus.
Required qualifications include excellent academic credentials, strong organizational, attention to detail, writing, and analytical skills.
Active membership in the Washington, DC bar is mandatory.
The initial annual salary range for this DC-based role is $235,000 to $280,000, which is part of a comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.
Attorneys are expected to work from the Washington, DC office three days per week.

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Last updated: July 7, 2026