Joseph Laws
About Joseph Laws
Joseph Laws serves as the Head of Mergers and Acquisitions at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2016. He has extensive experience in corporate law and finance, having worked at several prestigious firms and earned degrees from notable institutions.
Current Role at AXA XL
Joseph Laws serves as the Head of Mergers and Acquisitions at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's strategic growth and development through mergers and acquisitions. His role involves overseeing the identification, evaluation, and execution of M&A opportunities, aligning with AXA XL's business objectives.
Previous Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions
Before joining AXA XL, Joseph Laws worked as the Director of Mergers & Acquisitions for North America at XL Catlin from 2016 to 2018. His experience in this role involved managing M&A processes and strategies within the North American market. Prior to that, he held various corporate associate positions at prominent law firms, including DLA Piper and Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he gained extensive experience in corporate law and transactions.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Laws studied at the University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a focus on Finance and Management from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education at Georgetown University Law Center, obtaining a Juris Doctor from 2005 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in law and finance, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions.
Early Career Background
Joseph Laws began his career in finance and law with roles at Northern Trust Global Investments as an Assistant Fixed Income Trader/Portfolio Manager from 2004 to 2005. He transitioned into corporate law, serving as a Summer Associate at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in 2007, and later as a Corporate Associate at the same firm from 2008 to 2014. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in corporate law and M&A.