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Lathams globally top-ranked Antitrust & Competition Practice helps clients navigate the worlds antitrust regimes secure merger approvals and avoid resolve or defeat challenges from litigants and enforcement solve the most vexing antitrust and competition challenges companies face. Our integrated team brings deep experience across every aspect of antitrust and competition law everywhere in the world. We address all dimensions of risk locally and across borders. Our team includes practitioners and enforcers with experience shaping and enforcing antitrust laws in the major global jurisdictions helping clients clear make-or-break mergers and defend against high-stakes enforcement and litigation deep bench of first-chair antitrust litigators and trial lawyers regularly defeat or resolve competition and trade-related litigation brought against corporations and governments in venues throughout the world. We defend clients facing the full spectrum of charges in private and public damages litigation competitor actions class actions and administrative actions. Our team represents some of the worlds leading multinational companies which informs our practical and commercial one of the most experienced merger clearance practices in the world we operate at the center of global merger and buyout activity representing some of the largest and most active dealmakers. We secure hundreds of merger clearances every year and regularly handle Second Requests in the US and Phase II proceedings before the European Commission and EU Member State authorities. Our fearsome courtroom reputation serves as a powerful incentive for agencies and opponents to work constructively with our regularly defend clients facing government investigations and enforcement actions including cartel price-fixing abuse of dominance and unfair competition charges. We have defeated cases brought by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and the European Commission (EC) in court. Our expert rapid response to surprise dawn raids by antitrust authorities helps clients avoid critical pitfalls and mount an effective defense within the critical first hours and days of such actions. Whatever the jurisdiction accusation or government agencies involved we bring vast local and global experience trial know-how and a track record of winning similar cases on behalf of our clients.

The increasing complexity and internationalization of antitrust law require a high level of comprehensive yet practical advicetypically across national borders. Our German antitrust team advises clients on all matters related to antitrust law (antitrust proceedings merger control proceedings proceedings regarding the abuse of market power damages lawsuits compliance programs etc.) and foreign investment control law (advice on foreign investment control approval requirements worldwide and the development of solutions for the successful execution of transactions). Have these topics piqued your interest Then youve come to the right place!

At present our primary hiring needs are in Frankfurt particularly for candidates seeking to join us from September 2027 onwards.

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience: Join a collaborative team where youll receive comprehensive training while taking on meaningful responsibilities and working independently.
- Mentorship: Be supported by a dedicated mentoran experienced attorney on your teamwho will provide guidance throughout your time with us.
- Professional development: Our innovative #MyAdvancement Young Talent program is designed to foster your professional and personal growth while helping you prepare for the Second State Examination.
- Career opportunities: As you progress with the firm you may have the opportunity to complete a Wahlstation at one of our international offices or following successful completion of your legal training begin your career with us as an associate.
- A supportive workplace: Enjoy a collaborative environment with flat hierarchies an inclusive and diverse culture engaging internal events and a competitive compensation package.
Your Profile

- You have passed at least one State Examination with a grade of fully satisfactory or above.
- You have a strong interest in business and commercial matters and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- You possess strong English language skills.
- You are a collaborative team player with a proactive creative and open-minded approach.

Seyda AtliRecruiting CoordinatorDirect Dial: 49.211.8828.4674Email:

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