Steptoe is seeking a junior to midlevel associate with 3-4 years of experience to join the firm’s growing antitrust practice. The ideal candidate will have experience working at the Department of Justice Antitrust Division (DOJ) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), or experience working on DOJ or FTC antitrust matters.
Experience handling civil conduct or merger and joint venture analysis and investigations, and litigating antitrust matters, including drafting substantive motions and briefs and participating in depositions and witness prep and interviews, would also be valuable. Experience in the telecommunications and internet space is a plus.
Steptoe’s antitrust attorneys help defend companies in civil conduct investigations, and obtain clearance for, or oppose, large and complex mergers and acquisitions, especially in regulated industries. They litigate Section 1, Section 2, and Section 7 cases in courts across the country. They represent companies in DOJ, FTC, FCC, and state attorney general investigations regarding civil and criminal antitrust issues. The group provides general antitrust compliance counseling related to product pricing and distribution.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of insightful research and analysis, and persuasive writing abilities. We are looking for a candidate who can and wants to assume immediate responsibility and who is willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Bar membership, active and in good standing, in DC is also required. Steptoe will consider applicants for this position in its Washington, DC Office. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Commercial Litigation Associate
Steptoe LLP, seeks an associate with 2 – 3 years of litigation experience to join the Firm's Commercial Litigation practice group in our Chicago office. Qualified candidates will have experience drafting briefs and motions, handling fact and expert discovery, and engaging in deposition and trial preparation. Candidates must have strong interpersonal, communication, research, analysis, and writing skills, as well as a track record of academic and professional excellence. They should be prepared to assume significant responsibility in the management of their matters, and to take on a front-facing role with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that provides training and mentorship. The expected salary for this position is $225,000 - $250,000, depending on experience.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Bar membership, active and in good standing, in the jurisdiction where you are practicing, is also required. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Steptoe will not accept applications for this position submitted via search firms for candidates with two or fewer years of experience.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Commercial Litigation Associate
Steptoe LLP, seeks an associate with 2 – 3 years of strong commercial litigation experience to join the Firm's Commercial Litigation practice group in our New York office. Candidates should be prepared to assume significant responsibility in the management of their matters, and to take on a front-facing role with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts. Judicial Clerkship experience is preferred. Excellent academic credentials, and strong writing and analytical skills are required.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that provides training and mentorship. The expected salary for this position is $225,000 - $295,000, depending on experience.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Bar membership, active and in good standing, in New York is also required. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Steptoe will not accept applications for this position submitted via search firms for candidates with two or fewer years of experience.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Commercial Litigation Financial Services Associate
Commercial Litigation Financial Services Associate – Los Angeles
Steptoe LLP seeks a mid-level Associate to join the Firm’s Los Angeles or Century City office in our Financial Services and Consumer Products Litigation practice. Qualified candidates will have 4 to 6 years of litigation experience with financial institutions, including banks, credit card issuers, loan servicers, and automobile lenders at both the trial and appellate levels. Ideal candidate will be familiar working under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act, Fair Credit Report Act, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Telephone Consumer Protection Act, Truth In Lending Act, and state unfair practices laws.
Candidates should be prepared to assume significant responsibility in the management of their matters, and to take on a front-facing role with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.
California bar membership, excellent academic credentials, and strong writing and analytical skills are required. Steptoe offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship. The expected salary for this position is $295,000 - $370,000, depending on experience.
For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Energy Associate (Regulatory)
Steptoe LLP seeks a highly qualified attorney with 4-6 years of experience, including experience or demonstrated interest in energy regulatory matters before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Steptoe’s energy attorneys represent some of the nation's largest energy companies, and provide them with leading-edge energy counseling and litigation expertise. Steptoe’s energy associates are given meaningful, hands-on legal work at every stage of their careers.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of insightful research and analysis, and persuasive writing abilities. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Admission to the District of Columbia Bar, active and in good standing, is also required. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Government Affairs Advisor (Energy)
Steptoe is seeking a Government Affairs Advisor to join the Firm’s Government Affairs and Public Policy (“GAPP”) practice group in its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of relevant experience working at the Department of Energy, on Capitol Hill, or in other advocacy-type positions with a focus on energy policy. We are looking for someone with experience in low-carbon technology, including carbon capture and hydrogen technology. The Government Affairs Advisor will be called upon to develop and implement strategic advocacy plans, analyze legislation, engage with Congress and Administration officials, advocate on behalf of clients directly with policymakers, develop client- and Hill- facing materials, and support other policy and regulatory work on behalf of clients. An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution is required. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and strong interpersonal, communication, research, writing, and analytical skills.
Duties may include:- Lead efforts on client activities, working independently or in coordination with other team members.
- Advocate on behalf of clients with Congress and Administration officials.
- Develop strategies and policies to help clients address challenges and/or opportunities at the federal level.
- Manage client relationships, supporting the execution of deliverables including managing staff.
- Conduct in-depth research, assist with interviews, and support drafting of policy reports, one-pagers, and other proposals and advocacy materials.
- Identify and monitor legislative and policy issues relative to Steptoe’s clients and perform research and analysis on federal policy/regulatory opportunities.
- Track relevant news sources, legislation of interest to clients, and prepare client updates.
- Work in support of client priorities in the annual appropriations process.
- Support engagement efforts with key stakeholders, legislators, committee members and staff to report on, provide insight and/or update on legislation for clients.
- Attend client meetings, hearings, webinars, and other events as needed.
- Manage the development of comments and testimony on behalf of our clients.
- Be available for meetings in Washington, DC in support of client activities and represent Steptoe in meetings and at events.
Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree required and 5+ years working in energy-related policy role
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. Must be a self-starter.
- Good judgement, professionalism, and ability to demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with co-workers, clients, and external stakeholders.
- Experience working with federal agencies on policy implementation and/or experience driving legislation on Capitol Hill strongly preferred.
- Proven critical thinking skills and ability to grasp “big picture” concepts as well as granular complexities.
- Highly flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances, capable of working independently and in a team environment.
- Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of thoroughness and accuracy.
For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, undergraduate transcript, and writing sample.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Intellectual Property Litigation Associate - Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco or Washington, DC
Steptoe LLP, seeks an associate with 1 to 4 years of experience to join the Firm’s Intellectual Property (“IP”) practice group in its Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco or Washington, DC office. Ideal candidates will have litigation, trade secret and other soft IP experience. A bachelor's degree and/or an advanced degree in electrical engineering or computer science is preferred but not required.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of insightful research and analysis, and persuasive writing abilities. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship. The expected salary for this role is $215,000 - $295,000.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Admission to the Illinois, California, New York or District of Columbia Bar, active and in good standing, is also required. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
IP Patent Agent, Biotechnology
Steptoe LLP, seeks a Intellectual Property Patent Agent, Biotechnology to join our Intellectual Property (“IP”) Group in the New York office. Duties include working with clients to identify inventions, assisting attorneys in preparing and prosecuting patent applications, assisting attorneys in patent searching and patent analysis, and providing technical assistance to attorneys in IP litigation and IP transaction. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, are required. Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, or pharmacology.
Candidates must have strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship. Expected patent agent salary is $140,000 - $210,000, depending on experience.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Junior Energy Transactions Associate (NY, HOU, DC)
Steptoe LLP seeks highly qualified attorneys with 2-3 years of experience with Energy & Infrastructure transactions in our Houston, New York, or Washington D.C. office.
Steptoe’s energy attorneys represent some of the largest and most well-known stakeholders and participants in the US and international energy markets, including sponsors, developers, arrangers, agents, lenders, institutional and private equity investors and tax equity investors. The Steptoe team handles matters that arise at every point of the project lifecycle and has extensive experience with all major financing structures in use within the project finance marketplace, including sustainability-linked and green loan principles-aligned structures. Steptoe’s energy associates are given meaningful, hands-on legal work at every stage of their careers.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and experience on financing and/or private M&A transactions. Experience on project and energy financing and/or energy and infrastructure-related M&A transactions is preferred. The ideal candidate also will also have tax equity and/or IRA credit experience. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship. Expected salary range is $225,000 to $250,000 depending on experience.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Admission to the New York, District of Columbia Bar, or Texas Bar, active and in good standing, is also required. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a list of representative Energy & Infrastructure matters.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Mid-Senior Energy Transactions Associates (NY, HOU, DC)
Steptoe LLP seeks highly qualified attorneys with 5-6 years of experience with Energy & Infrastructure transactions in our Houston, New York, or Washington D.C. office.
Steptoe’s energy attorneys represent some of the largest and most well-known stakeholders and participants in the US and international energy markets, including sponsors, developers, arrangers, agents, lenders, institutional and private equity investors and tax equity investors. The Steptoe team handles matters that arise at every point of the project lifecycle and has extensive experience with all major financing structures in use within the project finance marketplace, including sustainability-linked and green loan principles-aligned structures. Steptoe’s energy associates are given meaningful, hands-on legal work at every stage of their careers.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills and experience on financing and/or private M&A transactions. Experience on project and energy financing and/or energy and infrastructure-related M&A transactions is preferred. The ideal candidate also will also have tax equity and/or IRA credit experience. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship. Expected salary range is $345,000 to $370,000 depending on experience.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Admission to the New York, District of Columbia Bar, or Texas Bar, active and in good standing, is also required. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a list of representative Energy & Infrastructure matters.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Patent Litigation Associate (Life Sciences) - New York
Steptoe, an AmLaw 100 firm, seeks a Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate to join its rapidly growing IP practice in New York. Ideal candidates will have 2-6 years of experience in life sciences/pharmaceutical patent litigation with a bachelor's degree or an advanced degree in biology, molecular biology, immunology, pharmacology, biochemistry, or chemistry. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills, are required. Expected Life Sciences Patent Litigation Associate salary is $225,000 to $370,000 depending on experience.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Patent Prosecution Associate/Of Counsel
Steptoe LLP, seeks a patent prosecution associate with at least 5+ years of biotechnology experience to join the Intellectual Property (“IP”) Group in our New York office. Duties include preparing and prosecuting patent applications, performing patent landscape, freedom-to-operate, noninfringement, and invalidity analysis, conducting IP due diligence, and mentoring junior patent agents. Strong academic credentials, as well as outstanding organizational, interpersonal and writing skills, are required. An advanced degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, or pharmacology, is required as well as admission to the Patent Bar admission.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal, communication, research, analysis, and writing skills, as well as a track record of academic and professional excellence. They should be prepared to assume significant responsibility in the management of their matters, and to take on a front-facing role with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship. Expected Patent Prosecution Attorney salary is $345,000 to $415,000 depending on experience.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Staff Attorney, Litigation
Steptoe LLP ("Steptoe") is seeking an experienced litigator with at least 5+ years of experience for a Staff Attorney position in its Century City or Los Angeles office. Alternate locations and fully-remote work also will be considered for otherwise qualified applicants. The Staff Attorney will primarily assist with litigating and settling consumer financial services litigation on behalf of a Fortune 100 company, under the supervision of a Partner in the litigation group.
The Staff Attorney’s responsibilities will include reviewing daily litigation correspondence and pleadings and reporting time-sensitive issues to the Partner in charge; managing litigation calendar and ensuring all deadlines are met; document review; supervising local counsel; and drafting general pleadings including answers, pro hac vice motions, and certain other motions as necessary. Settlement responsibilities include communicating regularly with opposing counsel to enter into settlements; drafting and editing client settlement recommendations, settlement agreements, and correspondence relating to settlement; and assisting in the preparation of related client reporting. Trial work is not expected although court appearances may be required on routine pretrial matters. Arbitration (non-jury) merits hearings may be required on occasion.
Candidates should have strong academic credentials and excellent writing and analytical skills. Must have painstaking attention to detail, be capable of multitasking, and be comfortable dealing with opposing counsel. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a regular, stable schedule. This position will have a hybrid work schedule with some days in office and some working remotely. This is not a partnership track position. Expected salary range is $170,000 - $240,000, depending on experience.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Membership in the local State bar, active and in good standing, is also required. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.
Telecommunications Associate
Steptoe seeks to add a junior to mid-level associate for our telecommunications practice with at least 3 to 4 years of experience. Our telecommunications practice is focused on Satellite, Internet, Wireless and International matters. Duties to include legal research, writing, and counseling of clients on legal, commercial and technology matters, electronic commerce and the telecom industry; merger approval; satellite licensing and regulation; net neutrality; the statutory satellite copyright licenses; programming disputes; terrestrial spectrum licensing; electronic surveillance law; privacy and data protection. The ideal candidate will have experience working at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or experience working on FCC regulatory matters.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of insightful research and analysis, and persuasive writing abilities. We are looking for candidates who can and want to assume immediate responsibility and who are willing to work as an integral part of a high performing and collaborative team. We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that offers training and mentorship.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Bar membership, active and in good standing, in DC is also required. Steptoe will consider applicants for this position in its Washington, DC office. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
Steptoe is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. We strongly encourage qualified women, minorities, Veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply.