{"id":122680,"date":"2025-06-11T06:02:36","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T14:02:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xira.com\/p\/2025\/06\/11\/axinns-new-office-in-rockefeller-center-promises-to-be-collaborative-hub-designed-to-attract-top-talent\/"},"modified":"2025-06-11T06:02:36","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T14:02:36","slug":"axinns-new-office-in-rockefeller-center-promises-to-be-collaborative-hub-designed-to-attract-top-talent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xira.com\/p\/2025\/06\/11\/axinns-new-office-in-rockefeller-center-promises-to-be-collaborative-hub-designed-to-attract-top-talent\/","title":{"rendered":"Axinn\u2019s New Office In Rockefeller Center Promises To Be Collaborative Hub Designed To \u2018Attract Top Talent\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the push to bring attorneys back to the office<\/a> more often in the wake of the pandemic, some law firms are making an effort to turn the office into an attractive venue. Firms are now experimenting with open floor plans in the hope of creating an atmosphere where collaboration is the name of the game, enabling partners and associates alike to easily exchange ideas and experience true team-building moments.<\/p>\n

One of the firms that\u2019s taken advantage of a new office space like this is Axinn, a midsize firm with one of the largest antitrust practice groups in the country. The firm recently relocated its NYC headquarters to the iconic Rockefeller Center, in a thoughtfully designed, 28,000 square foot space that will afford lawyers room to grow together, both creatively and professionally. Nick Gaglio<\/a>, a New York partner who\u2019s been with the firm since its founding, took the time to answer some questions for us about the unique nature of Axinn\u2019s brand new office in the city that never sleeps.<\/p>\n

Staci Zaretsky (SZ)<\/u>: Congratulations on the firm\u2019s beautiful new office space! Could you please tell me a little bit more about why the firm chose this type of open floor plan?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nick Gaglio (NG)<\/u><\/strong>: Thank you! Our move to 45 Rockefeller Plaza gave us an opportunity to rethink what a law firm office could be. We knew we didn\u2019t want a traditional hierarchy-based layout with corner offices reserved for partners. Instead, we set out to design a space that encourages interaction, collaboration, and creativity at every level.<\/p>\n

As\u00a0a firm specializing in antitrust, intellectual property,\u00a0and high-stakes litigation in competitive markets, we\u00a0compete by\u00a0offering bespoke, incisive, deep insights.\u00a0Clients need to\u00a0see\u00a0that we\u2019re not just different\u2014we\u2019re better, so\u00a0we deliver\u00a0work product that is\u00a0more tailored to their business problems. That kind of bespoke service isn\u2019t just about legal knowledge\u2014it\u2019s about how we work together to generate business-focused solutions.\u00a0Given this,\u00a0it just makes sense to orient our\u00a0workplace\u00a0around\u00a0breaking\u00a0down silos and amplifying\u00a0the Axinn ethos:\u00a0we are one\u00a0collaborative, integrated team, regardless of geography, title, or practice group.<\/p>\n

That philosophy drove every design choice. We replaced traditional corner offices with shared collective spaces\u2014for team huddles and client meetings, a work caf\u00e9 where attorneys\u00a0and business professionals\u00a0at all levels can gather, and pods for summer associates. The space is intentionally hybrid: some\u00a0attorneys\u00a0still have offices, but many choose to sit in open areas, depending on what\u2019s most efficient for the work at hand.\u00a0Attorneys\u00a0can plug in at common tables or jump into breakout rooms\u00a0for client calls or meetings. Glass walls and AV-forward meeting rooms make collaboration seamless, whether you\u2019re meeting in person or across offices. The result is a floorplan that encourages bold ideas and impromptu conversations\u2014and makes it easy to tap into the collective intelligence of the\u00a0team.<\/p>\n

SZ<\/u>: How do you think this reflects Axinn\u2019s culture, and what are some of the benefits for attorneys and clients alike?<\/strong><\/p>\n

NG<\/u><\/strong>: This office is a physical expression of\u00a0Axinn\u2019s\u00a0culture. From day one, Axinn has been about entrepreneurialism, ambition, and collaboration. These values\u00a0are\u00a0built into how we train, evaluate, and work together across practice areas and seniority levels. Our new space\u00a0supports\u00a0and reflects\u00a0those values.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve also built in spaces for team huddles, informal coaching, and chance encounters that spark ideas.<\/p>\n

For attorneys, it\u2019s about accessibility and shared ownership of the work. Everyone, from junior associates to senior partners, shares the same open, energized environment. You\u2019ll see partners sitting alongside associates in open areas or walking the loop around the office and checking in with colleagues. There\u2019s visibility\u2014literally, thanks to the glass walls\u2014which\u00a0fosters mentorship, learning, and a shared sense of purpose. The layout also creates a more social atmosphere,\u00a0where\u00a0chance meetings and informal conversations strengthen relationships. That kind of everyday connection supports individual well-being, deepens internal trust, and ultimately benefits the firm and our clients alike.<\/p>\n

For clients, the benefit is real. When your lawyers operate in a space that promotes horizontal collaboration, the solutions they develop are more creative, more precise, and more attuned to business needs. You get a group that acts as a true team rather than a loose collection of individuals. That cohesion\u2014across roles, practices, and offices\u2014is part of our go-to-market strategy. It enables us to deliver the kind of forward-thinking advocacy that clients expect from a specialized firm like ours.<\/p>\n

SZ<\/u>: Do you think that an office like yours may be the next step for all offices going forward?<\/strong><\/p>\n

NG<\/u><\/strong>: I think it\u2019s where the industry is heading\u2014especially for firms that want to attract top talent and deliver sophisticated, cross-disciplinary service. We\u2019re seeing the limitations of legacy, static\u00a0office design in an agile\u00a0world. At Axinn, we didn\u2019t just want to adapt; we wanted to evolve. This space gives us the agility to meet the needs of our clients and teams, whether that means hosting depositions,\u00a0CLEs, or\u00a0client strategy sessions.<\/p>\n

That said, it\u2019s not about forcing everyone into one model. What works for us is that the space accommodates a range of work styles. Some\u00a0attorneys\u00a0have private offices; others\u00a0choose\u00a0a fully agile approach.\u00a0The key is that everyone has a choice\u2014and that the environment supports collaboration.<\/p>\n

We designed this office to make it easy to engage. That\u2019s already creating momentum: our newer associates are more eager to be in-person, and our senior lawyers are more\u00a0accessible than ever before. The physical space is reinforcing our culture in ways we couldn\u2019t have predicted. I wouldn\u2019t say every firm should copy our blueprint,\u00a0but I do think every firm should ask: does our space reflect how we want to work now and into the future?<\/p>\n

Without further ado, here are some photos that will provide a brief tour of Axinn\u2019s new office space in New York City. (All images courtesy of Axinn.)<\/p>\n

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On behalf of everyone here at Above the Law, we\u2019d like to thank Nick Gaglio of Axinn for taking the time to give us insights on the firm\u2019s beautiful new office space in New York.<\/p>\n

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Staci Zaretsky<\/a>\u00a0is a senior editor at Above the Law, where she\u2019s worked since 2011. She\u2019d love to hear from you, so please feel free to email<\/a> her with any tips, questions, comments, or critiques. You can follow her on\u00a0Bluesky<\/a>,\u00a0X\/Twitter<\/a>, and\u00a0Threads<\/a>,\u00a0or connect with her on\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The post Axinn\u2019s New Office In Rockefeller Center Promises To Be Collaborative Hub Designed To \u2018Attract Top Talent\u2019<\/a> appeared first on Above the Law<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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With the push to bring attorneys back to the office<\/a> more often in the wake of the pandemic, some law firms are making an effort to turn the office into an attractive venue. Firms are now experimenting with open floor plans in the hope of creating an atmosphere where collaboration is the name of the game, enabling partners and associates alike to easily exchange ideas and experience true team-building moments.<\/p>\n

One of the firms that\u2019s taken advantage of a new office space like this is Axinn, a midsize firm with one of the largest antitrust practice groups in the country. The firm recently relocated its NYC headquarters to the iconic Rockefeller Center, in a thoughtfully designed, 28,000 square foot space that will afford lawyers room to grow together, both creatively and professionally. Nick Gaglio<\/a>, a New York partner who\u2019s been with the firm since its founding, took the time to answer some questions for us about the unique nature of Axinn\u2019s brand new office in the city that never sleeps.<\/p>\n

Staci Zaretsky (SZ)<\/u>: Congratulations on the firm\u2019s beautiful new office space! Could you please tell me a little bit more about why the firm chose this type of open floor plan?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nick Gaglio (NG)<\/u><\/strong>: Thank you! Our move to 45 Rockefeller Plaza gave us an opportunity to rethink what a law firm office could be. We knew we didn\u2019t want a traditional hierarchy-based layout with corner offices reserved for partners. Instead, we set out to design a space that encourages interaction, collaboration, and creativity at every level.<\/p>\n

As\u00a0a firm specializing in antitrust, intellectual property,\u00a0and high-stakes litigation in competitive markets, we\u00a0compete by\u00a0offering bespoke, incisive, deep insights.\u00a0Clients need to\u00a0see\u00a0that we\u2019re not just different\u2014we\u2019re better, so\u00a0we deliver\u00a0work product that is\u00a0more tailored to their business problems. That kind of bespoke service isn\u2019t just about legal knowledge\u2014it\u2019s about how we work together to generate business-focused solutions.\u00a0Given this,\u00a0it just makes sense to orient our\u00a0workplace\u00a0around\u00a0breaking\u00a0down silos and amplifying\u00a0the Axinn ethos:\u00a0we are one\u00a0collaborative, integrated team, regardless of geography, title, or practice group.<\/p>\n

That philosophy drove every design choice. We replaced traditional corner offices with shared collective spaces\u2014for team huddles and client meetings, a work caf\u00e9 where attorneys\u00a0and business professionals\u00a0at all levels can gather, and pods for summer associates. The space is intentionally hybrid: some\u00a0attorneys\u00a0still have offices, but many choose to sit in open areas, depending on what\u2019s most efficient for the work at hand.\u00a0Attorneys\u00a0can plug in at common tables or jump into breakout rooms\u00a0for client calls or meetings. Glass walls and AV-forward meeting rooms make collaboration seamless, whether you\u2019re meeting in person or across offices. The result is a floorplan that encourages bold ideas and impromptu conversations\u2014and makes it easy to tap into the collective intelligence of the\u00a0team.<\/p>\n

SZ<\/u>: How do you think this reflects Axinn\u2019s culture, and what are some of the benefits for attorneys and clients alike?<\/strong><\/p>\n

NG<\/u><\/strong>: This office is a physical expression of\u00a0Axinn\u2019s\u00a0culture. From day one, Axinn has been about entrepreneurialism, ambition, and collaboration. These values\u00a0are\u00a0built into how we train, evaluate, and work together across practice areas and seniority levels. Our new space\u00a0supports\u00a0and reflects\u00a0those values.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve also built in spaces for team huddles, informal coaching, and chance encounters that spark ideas.<\/p>\n

For attorneys, it\u2019s about accessibility and shared ownership of the work. Everyone, from junior associates to senior partners, shares the same open, energized environment. You\u2019ll see partners sitting alongside associates in open areas or walking the loop around the office and checking in with colleagues. There\u2019s visibility\u2014literally, thanks to the glass walls\u2014which\u00a0fosters mentorship, learning, and a shared sense of purpose. The layout also creates a more social atmosphere,\u00a0where\u00a0chance meetings and informal conversations strengthen relationships. That kind of everyday connection supports individual well-being, deepens internal trust, and ultimately benefits the firm and our clients alike.<\/p>\n

For clients, the benefit is real. When your lawyers operate in a space that promotes horizontal collaboration, the solutions they develop are more creative, more precise, and more attuned to business needs. You get a group that acts as a true team rather than a loose collection of individuals. That cohesion\u2014across roles, practices, and offices\u2014is part of our go-to-market strategy. It enables us to deliver the kind of forward-thinking advocacy that clients expect from a specialized firm like ours.<\/p>\n

SZ<\/u>: Do you think that an office like yours may be the next step for all offices going forward?<\/strong><\/p>\n

NG<\/u><\/strong>: I think it\u2019s where the industry is heading\u2014especially for firms that want to attract top talent and deliver sophisticated, cross-disciplinary service. We\u2019re seeing the limitations of legacy, static\u00a0office design in an agile\u00a0world. At Axinn, we didn\u2019t just want to adapt; we wanted to evolve. This space gives us the agility to meet the needs of our clients and teams, whether that means hosting depositions,\u00a0CLEs, or\u00a0client strategy sessions.<\/p>\n

That said, it\u2019s not about forcing everyone into one model. What works for us is that the space accommodates a range of work styles. Some\u00a0attorneys\u00a0have private offices; others\u00a0choose\u00a0a fully agile approach.\u00a0The key is that everyone has a choice\u2014and that the environment supports collaboration.<\/p>\n

We designed this office to make it easy to engage. That\u2019s already creating momentum: our newer associates are more eager to be in-person, and our senior lawyers are more\u00a0accessible than ever before. The physical space is reinforcing our culture in ways we couldn\u2019t have predicted. I wouldn\u2019t say every firm should copy our blueprint,\u00a0but I do think every firm should ask: does our space reflect how we want to work now and into the future?<\/p>\n

Without further ado, here are some photos that will provide a brief tour of Axinn\u2019s new office space in New York City. (All images courtesy of Axinn.)<\/p>\n

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On behalf of everyone here at Above the Law, we\u2019d like to thank Nick Gaglio of Axinn for taking the time to give us insights on the firm\u2019s beautiful new office space in New York.<\/p>\n

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\"Staci
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Staci Zaretsky<\/a>\u00a0is a senior editor at Above the Law, where she\u2019s worked since 2011. She\u2019d love to hear from you, so please feel free to email<\/a> her with any tips, questions, comments, or critiques. You can follow her on\u00a0Bluesky<\/a>,\u00a0X\/Twitter<\/a>, and\u00a0Threads<\/a>,\u00a0or connect with her on\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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