Assistant Attorney General
Assistant Attorney General
Health Care & Fair Competition Bureau
Antitrust Division
The Office of the Attorney General is looking for an experienced and highly motivated attorney to join the Antitrust Division as an Assistant Attorney General to lead challenging and cutting-edge enforcement actions aimed at protecting Massachusetts consumers and our competitive free enterprise system. The Antitrust Division reviews proposed mergers and investigates alleged anticompetitive conduct in a variety of industries. Recent antitrust cases or matters brought by the Attorney General have involved, among other areas, airlines, technology, health care, communications, and pharmaceuticals.
Primary Duties: The Assistant Attorney General (AAG) will represent the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in investigations and litigation before state and federal courts and will be responsible for handling a substantial number of matters involving the enforcement of state and federal antitrust laws. Cases will cover a broad range of industries and will often pose complex and, in certain circumstances, cutting-edge legal and economic issues. In addition to handling their own cases, the AAG will work with other attorneys, including, in some cases, Assistant Attorneys General from other states across the country and attorneys with the United States Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. The AAG may be involved in policy development, including drafting or reviewing proposed legislation.
Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt
Salary: Salary is based on JD year and experience.
The Attorney General's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General's Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.
Position Requirements: Litigation and/or other relevant legal experience required, preferably five years or more of such experience. Applicants must be highly motivated, intellectually curious, and able to assimilate new and complicated subject areas. Effective writing, legal-analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills required, as well as the ability to quickly grasp complex business and financial arrangements. We seek an individual who can work both independently and as part of a close-knit team. Must be able to work effectively with economic experts and others regarding complex economic concepts and market structure issues. Antitrust experience is highly desirable, but not a prerequisite.
Experience with quantitative analyses is a plus. We seek an individual who is committed to practicing law in the public interest. Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, including historically marginalized communities, and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Please Note: COVID-19 vaccines are required of all AGO employees. Absent an approved medical or religious accommodation or pregnancy exemption, all new hires must be fully vaccinated prior to beginning employment with the AGO. Additionally, new hires are required to receive their first booster shot prior to the start of their employment or within 30 days of eligibility, absent an approved medical or religious accommodation or pregnancy exemption. Our hybrid model includes some telework days for most positions.