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Axinn was founded in 1997 by three lawyers from Skadden, including Steve Axinn, the founder and chairman of Skadden's antitrust department. The firm is well known for its antitrust prowess, making it a go-to firm for clients seeking help with combinations, antitrust litigation, and criminal investigations relating to antitrust. The firm also offers counseling to help clients with compliance and strategic goal planning. Lawyers seeking robust training will not be disappointed at this midsize shop. ...
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About the Firm
One of the top antitrust firms in the country, Axinn keeps it simple, working across three main practice areas: antitrust, intellectual property and litigation. The firm has three offices on the East Coast and one out west.
From Big to Small
Axinn was founded in 1997 by three lawyers from Skadden, including Steve Axinn, the founder and chairman of Skadden's antitrust department. They quickly attracted a select group of lawyers from other preeminent firms—all experienced and successful in achieving their clients' strategic objectives in a trial setting, government regulatory setting, or a negotiated or mediated setting. Notwithstanding its boutique size, Axinn is called upon to handle its clients' largest and most strategically important matters.
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Culture & Inclusion at Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP
"Axinn is committed to creating an environment that draws upon the strength of the diversity of our workforce to achieve excellence in our practice areas and beyond. We recognize, respect and celebrate our differences so we can best serve clients and create a sense of teamwork within the firm. We endeavor to hire and retain employees who are dedicated, hardworking and have the entrepreneurial spirit that Axinn was founded upon. Our inclusive workplace environment supports our retention and promotion efforts through various programs such as..."