Assistant Attorney General- Antitrust Unit

The Antitrust Unit conducts investigations both local and with other state and federal law enforcement agencies under the antitrust and consumer protection statutes. Following an investigation the Unit either works to resolve matters through settlement or brings enforcement actions in state and federal district courts. An Assistant Attorney General in the Antitrust Unit is expected to handle a caseload and to be able to independently conduct investigations and enforcement actions while supervising paralegals and staff. Although the Antitrust Unit seeks self-driven and motivated applicants the individuals who will succeed in the position are team players and enjoy collaborating with their colleagues to achieve the best results for Colorado consumers.

• Develop Colorados 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 Colorados 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 for example providing guidance on investigation or litigation strategy and reviewing certain types of work product including court filings in state or federal court;
  

Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). The salary range for an AAG I is $88197-$96554/annually.

Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). The AAG II salary range is $102099 - $136558/annually.

Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
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. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel.

The Antitrust Unit is seeking an attorney with a strong interest or background in Antitrust law. This is a generalist antitrust position that includes responsibilities for HSR review conduct investigations and all facets of antitrust litigation the ideal candidate will have a passion for learning new subject areas and industries. Although the Antitrust Unit seeks self-driven and motivated applicants the individuals who will succeed in the position are team players and enjoy collaborating with their colleagues including colleagues from other state and federal government agencies to achieve the best results for Colorado workers businesses and consumers.

Ideal candidates will have some or all of the following skills and attributes:

• 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.

• A minimum of ten years of Antitrust experience as a practicing attorney
• At least three years HSR experience
• Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple cases in various stages of litigation.
• Strong litigation analytical research and oral and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Experiencing mentoring others or leading trial teams in complex federal litigation.
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
• Maturity and judgment when dealing with high-level stakeholders including knowing when to consult teammates and supervisors.
• The ability to be a self-starter who is capable of and enjoys working independently.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity equity inclusion and public service.

• Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
• This position offers flexible work arrangements.
• Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado Bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel website.
• Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

WHY WORK FOR US

We Embrace Flexibility
We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients be efficient with our time and support each other as team members which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible.

We Are Committed to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
At the DOL our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations focuses on retaining our incredible talent and more! If your professional goals include promoting growth and innovation with colleagues who recognize that we are better together when our differences are valued and respected then DOL is your place to be!

We Have Strong Core Values
Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law we are: 1) principled maintaining the highest ethical standards rigorous legal analysis and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants who are always ensuring our work is not about us but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative by seeking to identify the best approach make deliberate decisions and look to improve; and 4) better together by working to support each other and collaborate.

We are Committed to Developing our Attorneys
We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing and aimed at helping our attorneys grow and succeed.

We Offer Excellent Benefits
In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans employer-paid life insurance paid holidays retirement plans with Colorado PERA and vacation and sick leave earned each month there are many other unique benefits that we offer including:

• Medical and dentalhealth plans
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave earned each month
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a repayment plan while working full-time for a qualified employer.
• Free access to an on-site fitness center
• Strong flexible retirement benefits including 401K and 457 plans
• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State personnel system
• Excellent work-life programs such as flexible work schedules professional development opportunities and an employee discount program