Tony Pierce Spotlighted by WTOP News for Top Workplaces Leadership Award

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Tony Pierce, partner in charge of Akin's Washington, D.C. office, is featured by WTOP News after receiving the 2026 Trusted Leadership Award in the Large Employers category as part of its Top Workplaces list. In his conversation with WTOP, Tony reflects on the leadership principles that have helped shape Akin's workplace culture, drawing on his nearly 40 years with the firm – from joining as a summer associate in 1986 to now overseeing over 500 employees in the Washington, D.C. office.
"I think any effective leader has got to communicate," Tony said. "Making sure that people in the office, indeed in our whole firm, know what's happening in the firm is an important aspect of the success of Akin."
The conversation highlights Tony's commitment to communication, innovation and fostering a positive workplace culture. Akin also ranked No. 2 among Washington, D.C.'s 2026 Top Workplaces, marking the firm's eighth consecutive year on the list.
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