Sterlington PLLC strengthens expanding team with the appointment of leading antitrust attorneys Donald Klawiter and Jennifer Driscoll
Sterlington PLLC today announces further expansion of its team with the appointment of Don Klawiter and Jennifer Driscoll.
New York – Premier virtual law firm Sterlington PLLC today announces further expansion of its team with the appointment of Don Klawiter and Jennifer Driscoll.
Don and Jen will focus on providing services to clients needing expertise in antitrust, internal investigations, and litigation.
Sterlington’s Founder Partner Christopher S. Harrison commented: “We are delighted to welcome Don and Jen to our fast-growing team of experts and excited to have attorneys of their caliber join the Sterlington team as we continue our journey to provide world-class services to our current and future clients.”
Prior to joining Sterlington, Don and Jen defended multinational corporations and senior executives in international cartel matters, including the auto parts investigation in Japan. More recently, they have handled False Claims Act and internal investigations across multiple industries, including pharmaceutical and medical devices. Don, who was formerly Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Antitrust Law, is considered “the dean of antitrust and cartel defense in DC” by Who’s Who Legal—Competition. Don is also listed in Best Lawyers for Antitrust and Antitrust Litigation. Jen has been recognized by the Legal 500 for superior expertise in defending corporations and senior executives in criminal investigations conducted by government agencies as well as merger work.
Jen Driscoll commented: “Joining Sterlington and becoming part of a world-class, virtual law firm was an easy decision for me. I am thrilled to be able to share my legal expertise with this innovative, leading premier law firm and work with Don again.”
Don Klawiter added: “The opportunity to join Sterlington and work with Jen was too attractive to pass up. We look forward to creating a destination antitrust practice for Sterlington as they continue on their journey of global expansion.”
Don attended the University of Pennsylvania for his bachelor’s, master’s, and law degrees. Jen was educated at the University of Pennsylvania Law School and Cornell University where she received a master’s degree in Public Affairs and a Bachelor of Science.
Sterlington was founded in 2016 by Christopher S. Harrison. Sterlington is focused on sophisticated transactional and litigation work. The firm’s clients include private equity funds, multi-billion-dollar family offices, venture capital funds, and their portfolio companies. The firm also works with hedge funds, high net worth individuals, high profile CEOs, and management teams, as well as corporate, biotech, and startup clients. Sterlington’s team includes a diverse and highly accomplished group of legal professionals and a skilled team of technology and customer service professionals.
Sterlington is already considered one of the world’s leading virtual law firms. They have grown exponentially over the last few years with their virtual offering proving to be resilient to the global changes experienced since the Pandemic began in 2020. Over the coming months, the firm will be making some exciting announcements about their growth plans for the future.
About Sterlington PLLC
Sterlington PLLC is an international virtual law firm with leading capabilities in sophisticated transactional and litigation work and legal operations outsourcing. With deep experience and specialized skills across multiple practices and industries, our team helps clients around the world achieve their business goals.
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