AXS Expands Its Washington D.C. Office with Two Esteemed Trial Lawyers
In a significant move that underscores its commitment to growth and legal excellence, AXS has welcomed two highly regarded trial lawyers, Andrew Jaco and Dermot Lynch, to its Washington, D.C. office. This latest addition enriches the firm’s existing talent pool and highlights its ambition to tackle complex legal challenges. Both Jaco and Lynch bring a wealth of experience from their previous roles as federal prosecutors, where they led crucial investigations and trials that yielded substantial recoveries in fraud cases.
Jaco and Lynch have forged impressive reputations by spearheading major fraud cases within the Department of Justice's Fraud Section, where they tackled a broad spectrum of white-collar offenses. Their collective expertise encompasses various sectors, including federal procurement, healthcare fraud, and securities-related crimes.
Reflecting on their decision to join AXS, Lynch expressed enthusiasm about aligning his career with a firm known for its daring approach to challenging cases. He noted, "I am excited to begin this next chapter of my professional life at a firm that is built to be nimble and daring in the cases it pursues. I started my legal career representing plaintiffs and saw firsthand the rewards of taking on matters that other lawyers were afraid to touch. I am happy to come full circle to this challenging work at a place that also has a healthy commercial litigation and investigations practice."
Jaco echoes these sentiments, stating, "When I began contemplating my next career move, my focus was on opportunities that would permit the same level of freedom and agency I experienced at the Fraud Section. At AXS, I have found that plus the joy of working alongside respected colleagues from my time in government service."
The firm has successfully cultivated a reputation for handling high-stakes litigation and has added Jaco and Lynch to bolster this mission further. They will work closely with AXS’s partners, including Anna Kaminska and Kyle Hankey, both of whom have also held prestigious positions in the Fraud Section, with Kaminska having served as Chief and Hankey as Assistant Chief.
"Andrew and Dermot’s arrival is an exhilarating development for our firm," said Hankey. "Even in a rapidly evolving legal landscape, we remain optimistic about our prospects for expansion, driven by our deep-rooted culture of innovation and excellence."
Kaminska added, "The growth of our D.C. office, aided by the addition of Andrew and Dermot, signifies our commitment to providing AXS clients with sophisticated trial and litigation expertise, especially for complex cases and investigations across the nation."
As AXS continues to fortify its presence in Washington, D.C., the strategic recruitment of Jaco and Lynch signifies its ambition and fortitude in the legal market. Both seasoned attorneys are poised to contribute significantly to AXS’s portfolio, appealing to clients seeking representation in high-stakes legal matters. With their invaluable experience, AXS expands its capacity to deliver rigorous legal strategies while tackling competitive adversaries.
Overall, AXS’s expansion reflects a broader trend in the legal industry where firms are increasingly prioritizing litigation capabilities to keep pace with the growing complexities of modern legal challenges. As the landscape continues to evolve, AXS, with its formidable new team in place, is well-positioned to navigate these challenges and achieve meaningful results for its clients.
For those interested in learning more about AXS, including the full biographies of Andrew Jaco and Dermot Lynch, further details can be found on the firm’s website.