Monica Smith guides U.S. and foreign companies in gaining clearances for complex, multibillion-dollar deals, often involving international investigations and Second Requests by the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice.

James Hunsberger helps clients navigate the full range of complex antitrust challenges, from major global mergers to high-stakes litigation and government investigations. James has over a decade of experience representing leading companies in high-profile matters before courts across the country, the DOJ and FTC, and international agencies. James is known for delivering clear, practical strategies that align with his clients’ commercial goals, built on a deep understanding of their business and the markets in which they compete.

Jeny Maier is Axinn’s managing partner and a trusted advisor for Fortune 500 companies navigating the complexities of antitrust law in high-profile, multibillion-dollar deals. With two decades of experience, Jeny stands out for her strategic approach and profound knowledge, earning recognition from Chambers USA and The Legal 500 U.S. as a leading figure in antitrust and competition law.

With over 15 years of experience, Brian Johnson is a first chair IP litigation attorney representing clients before the International Trade Commission (ITC) and district courts. He represents clients in litigations involving a wide range of technologies. Brian has had the privilege of representing many of the largest telecommunications companies in the world on many high-stakes competitor disputes. Brian has also argued multiple appeals before the Federal Circuit.

Mary Helen Wimberly is a highly accomplished litigator who specializes in antitrust law, appellate practice, and government process and negotiations.  She draws on her extensive experience working for the federal government – including as an Associate Deputy Attorney General at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), as a trial and appellate attorney in DOJ’s Antitrust Division, and as a counsel to the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on the Judiciary – to advise clients and represent them in high-stakes investigations, trials, and appeals. Her strategic insights help clients navigate the most challenging regulatory environments and enforcement actions.

Kaitlin Rittgers is an associate in Axinn’s Antitrust group. Her practice covers a variety of U.S. antitrust law matters, and she has experience with both domestic and global clients across a range of industries. Kaitlin has also worked as a political researcher focused on U.S. domestic politics and foreign relations.

Monica Smith guides U.S. and foreign companies in gaining clearances for complex, multibillion-dollar deals, often involving international investigations and Second Requests by the Federal Trade Commission and the U.S. Department of Justice.

James Hunsberger helps clients navigate the full range of complex antitrust challenges, from major global mergers to high-stakes litigation and government investigations. James has over a decade of experience representing leading companies in high-profile matters before courts across the country, the DOJ and FTC, and international agencies. James is known for delivering clear, practical strategies that align with his clients’ commercial goals, built on a deep understanding of their business and the markets in which they compete.