Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, a prominent name in the legal industry, has expanded its litigation team by adding Ashley Lynam and Jacob Sand as partners in their Philadelphia office. This strategic decision reflects a continuing trend among big law firms to bolster their litigation practices amid increasing demand.
Lynam brings an extensive portfolio of representing businesses in high-stakes disputes involving executive misconduct, fraud, sexual harassment, breach of contract, fiduciary duty issues, trade secret misappropriation, and RICO claims. Her expertise also extends to managing complex internal investigations and offering strategic counsel to company leaders during negotiations with regulatory bodies. Her addition to Morgan Lewis signifies a strengthening of the firm’s capabilities in tackling intricate and sensitive legal challenges. For more information on Lynam’s appointment, please refer to the official announcement by Morgan Lewis.
Jacob Sand, the other new addition, carries a robust track record as lead and national counsel in complex commercial and class-based litigation across both federal and state courts. Sand’s experience in conducting internal investigations for both private companies and government entities aligns with Morgan Lewis’s objective to enhance their litigation support framework. His presence within the firm will bolster the capacity to manage large-scale legal disputes and reinforce their litigation expertise.
The addition of these two seasoned professionals is anticipated to enhance Morgan Lewis’s competitive edge in the litigation landscape. The firm’s decision reflects broader trends in the legal sector where firms are scaling up to meet the increasing complexity of commercial disputes. For more on the developments at Morgan Lewis, see Bloomberg Law’s coverage.