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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Assistant Attorney General- Antitrust Unit

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$88K/yr - $151K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Antitrust Unit of the Colorado Department of Law. The Assistant Attorney General will be responsible for conducting investigations, enforcing antitrust laws, and managing litigation in both state and federal courts, while collaborating with various agencies to protect competition in Colorado.

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Responsibilities

Handle a caseload and conduct investigations and enforcement actions both independently and in partnership with other AAGs and support staff

Create and execute investigation plans, analyze potential violations of the antitrust laws, negotiate settlements, and litigate cases in both state and federal court

Oversee the work of paralegals, investigators, and other administrative personnel partnering on the case

Collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as with other AAGs around the country

Evaluate and investigate filings made pursuant to Senate Bill 25-126, Colorado’s Premerger Notification Act

Develop Colorado’s procedures and processes for reviewing premerger filings

Litigate complex civil cases involving violations of the Antitrust laws and other state and federal consumer protection laws at all phases of litigation, including merger review, investigation, discovery, motions practice, trial, appeal, and settlement

Manage nationwide and local litigation to promote Colorado’s efficient and impactful participation in antitrust and consumer protection cases throughout the United States

Participate in complex multi-state investigations, negotiations, and litigation on behalf of Colorado

Research federal and state laws relating to our consumer protection claims to ensure that our investigations and litigation maintain a strong legal footing

Travel (both within Colorado and nationwide) when needed for investigations, court appearances, hearings, and trials

Work alongside management to identify Unit training needs and improve structures and processes in the unit

Serve as a team lead for both investigations and litigation, overseeing other attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and others, while providing mentoring, coaching, and professional growth opportunities to those on your team

Serve as a mentor and resource to junior attorneys in the unit, including providing guidance on investigation or litigation strategy and reviewing certain types of work product

Qualification

Antitrust lawLitigation experienceHSR reviewInvestigationsNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsResearch skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Applicants must be admitted to the Colorado bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application

The Antitrust Unit is seeking an attorney with a strong interest or background in Antitrust law

Background in antitrust and consumer protection law, with ideally four or more years' experience in antitrust investigations and litigation, including HSR review

Strong complex litigation experience in both federal and state court and the ability to effectively handle all aspects of litigation

Experience leading investigations

Excellent analytical skills and the ability to work on complex issues

Strong research and writing skills and a keen attention to detail

Ability to creatively solve problems through developing practical and imaginative solutions

Experience negotiating settlements and working with opposing counsel

Ability to resiliently handle stress and demonstrate flexibility with changing circumstances

Effective and responsive communication skills

Ability to independently manage a full workload

Be passionate and enthusiastic about having a career in antitrust and consumer protection law and working on behalf of Colorado consumers and agencies

In order to be considered for a Senior Assistant Attorney General, candidates must have a minimum of ten years of Antitrust experience as a practicing attorney with at least three years of HSR experience

The Senior Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Antitrust Unit is expected to handle a full caseload and to lead investigations and enforcement actions while serving as a mentor to junior attorneys in the unit