April 13, 2026

Antitrust - Associate

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Sidley Austin LLPDistrict of Columbia

Practice area

Antitrust · Counseling · DOJ · FTC · Litigation · M&A

PQE

3+ years

Location

District of Columbia, District of Columbia

Salary

$260,000 - $365,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Antitrust Associate position at Sidley Austin, based in Washington, DC.
Advise clients on US antitrust laws, including complex mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, unilateral conduct, and private litigations.
Provide general antitrust counseling to clients.
Requires a minimum of three years of antitrust experience.
Experience must be from a nationally recognized law firm or federal government agency.
Prior merger clearance experience is preferred.
Excellent academic credentials are required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Candidates should be well-organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
The estimated target salary range for Washington, DC is $260,000 - $365,000.
Compensation also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program.

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Last updated: April 13, 2026