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Antitrust > Cartel Tier 1

WilmerHale is widely regarded for its deep expertise in handling complex, multi-jurisdictional cartel cases, seamlessly coordinating efforts across the firm’s US, European, and Asian offices. The practice has a strong record of securing non-prosecution agreements and leniency protections for clients. Leading the team is Thomas Mueller, a go-to expert for global cartel enforcement issues. Elsewhere in the team, Jennifer Milici offers critical guidance on regulatory matters, while, Steven Cherry, known for his litigation expertise, excels in representing clients in trial and appellate courts, including the US Supreme Court, with a focus on government investigations, class actions, and arbitration. In New York, David Gringer leads antitrust disputes involving the DOJ, FTC, state attorneys general, claimants, and private class plaintiffs. In Los Angeles, Nana Wilberforce brings his extensive experience in defending against price-fixing allegations by the DOJ and European Commission, with a particular focus on sectors like natural gas, technology, auto parts manufacturing, and financial services. Unless stated otherwise, all mentioned lawyers are based in Washington DC.

Antitrust > Civil litigation/class actions: defense Tier 1

WilmerHale‘s antitrust practice comprises leading appellate advocates, criminal defense attorneys, and a broad bench of experienced civil litigators. Leveraging this expertise, the team is capable of opposing state and federal enforcement agencies, as well as private plaintiffs, in high-stakes class action litigation. Thomas Mueller spearheads the team, a key name for cartel enforcement matters. Jennifer Milici‘s considerable antitrust expertise is informed by her experience acting as chief trial counsel for the FTC’s Bureau of Competition. In New York, David Gringer has achieved high-profile victories under the Clayton and Sherman Acts. Boston-based Mark Ford is highly experienced in cases intersecting antitrust and intellectual property law, including sham litigation, ‘the walker process’, and ‘product hopping’. Dominic Vote and Perry Lange are also key members of the team, both bringing considerable experience representing clients before courts, the DOJ, and the FTC. Steven Cherry retired from the practice in December 2024. All lawyers operate primarily in Washington DC, unless otherwise mentioned.

Dispute resolution > Appellate: courts of appeals / Appellate: supreme courts (states and federal)

The team at WilmerHale has remained active in presenting arguments before state and federal courts of appeals in recent months, including two in the US Supreme Court. The group routinely handles appeals that involve questions of antitrust, bankruptcy, civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, IP, and Native American law. The practice is directed by 'premier appellate and Supreme Court advocate' and former US Solicitor General Seth Waxman, who draws on experience of over 85 arguments before the high court. Waxman, who is lauded by one client as providing 'measured, practical, and sophisticated advice', recently secured a notable victory for Twitter when the Supreme Court unanimously reversed a Ninth Circuit decision related to the liability of social media platforms for acts of terrorism, working in conjunction with Ari Holtzblatt. Boston-based Mark Fleming recently represented Netflix and assisted in securing three victories in appeals from adverse decisions by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. Appellate specialist Daniel Volchok and 'excellent appellate attorney' Thomas Saunders are additional key contacts. All mentioned lawyers are based in Washington, D.C. unless otherwise stated. Ed Williams left the firm in March 2024, as did Catherine Carroll in September 2024, who departed to start a new role as Deputy Assistant Attorney General of the United States.

Dispute resolution > Corporate investigations and white-collar criminal defense

WilmerHale represents companies and individuals in investigations by the DOJ, SEC, CFTC, and other agencies. Industries include technology, financial services, education, and healthcare. The practice is co-led by Kimberly Parker in Washington DC, who focuses on corruption; Michael Leotta, who handles internal investigations and financial institution matters; and Boyd Johnson, who represents clients in investigations and litigation. George Varghese in Boston handles healthcare fraud and national security. Ronald Machen in Washington DC, handles economic sanctions, money laundering, cybersecurity, and false claims. Howard Shapiro, also in Washington DC, handles international internal investigations for financial institutions.

Dispute resolution > Securities litigation: defense Tier 1

Leveraging a ‘deep bench’ on both coasts, WilmerHale has ‘tremendous experience’ litigating resource-intensive state and federal securities class actions and derivative claims, regularly achieving success at a motion to dismiss stage, through summary judgment or defeating class certification. A persuasive advocate, New York-based attorney Michael Bongiorno is highly skilled at successfully representing issuers, both at trial and appellate level, including life sciences companies faced with securities class actions following alleged mis-statements/omissions on offering documents relating to the efficacy or otherwise of drugs on the market. New York-based practitioners Fraser Hunter and Lori Martin are both adept at handling private class actions and regulatory enforcement matters, with Martin particularly skilled at mutual funds-related securities litigation. Other key practitioners include San Francisco-based attorneys Kevin Muck and Susan Muck who both excel at defending issuers in the technology and life sciences sector; New York-based Andrew Rhys Davies, who is adept at handling cross-border securities litigation matters; Matthew Martens, in Washington DC; and Boston located Timothy Perla, who is skilled across a wide range of class actions and shareholder derivative lawsuits. Washington DC-based attorney Stephanie Avakian, who chairs the securities and financial services department, is able to leverage the substantial insight she gained in her former role as director of SEC enforcement on dealings with the regulator.

Industry focus > Education Tier 1

WilmerHale ‘s education practice maintains a strong reputation, with an impressive track record in litigation related to race-based admissions policies and sexual misconduct allegations as well as in internal and congressional investigations. The team also has deep experience counseling educational institutions on compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination laws. Bruce Berman in the Washington D.C. office is at the helm of the practice and focuses on standardized educational testing, Title IX, and campus sexual misconduct. In the same office, Seth Waxman is a leading appellate lawyer and routinely handles highly sensitive investigations. Federal investigations and False Claims Act litigation is key to New York-based Debo Adegbile‘s workload while Felicia Ellsworth is a first-chair trial lawyer who represents clients in both state and federal courts. Another key member of the team is Tania Faransso, located in Washington D.C.

Industry focus > Native American law Tier 1

WilmerHale's Native American law practice group is well-placed to represent Indian tribes at every stage of dispute resolution and draws on notable experience litigating before the Supreme Court, appellate, and trial courts. Core areas of focus include cases involving energy and natural resources, land acquisition, water rights, gaming and tribal sovereignty. In addition, the team routinely handles a range of advisory and transactional mandates that includes leading on internal investigations on behalf of tribes. Leadership of the practice is shared between Washington, D.C.-based lawyers Seth Waxman and Tommy Beaudreau. Waxman is well-versed in Supreme Court and appellate litigation and has particular focus on challenges involving public policy, IP, regulatory, criminal and commercial issues. Beaudreau, for his part, has noted experience of regulatory, government relations, and contentious matters faced by Indian tribal governments and Alaska Native Corporations. Additional names to note include litigator Daniel Volchok; and Christopher Babbitt, who deals with regulatory matters and litigation involving the federal government and rival tribes.

Intellectual property > Patents: litigation (full coverage) Tier 1

WilmerHale maintains its reputation as an ‘exceptional firm for high stakes patent litigation’, with clients praising their ‘sophisticated, winning strategies’. The team excel at complex medical technology and high-technology patent trials, maintaining relationships with notable clients, including Comcast Cable Communications, Google, and T-Mobile. Leading the practice are four specialists. Amy Wigmore, based in Washington DC, and Emily Whelan, based in Boston, both specialize in high-stakes litigation within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. They are joined by Mark Selwyn, a leading attorney for both high-profile and emerging technology companies and Joseph Haag, both of whom are based out of Palo Alto. The team is further bolstered by William Lee, from Boston, renowned for his seasoned experience as lead counsel in high-stakes technology disputes. Elsewhere, Brittany Amadi, from Washington DC, and Joseph Mueller, based in Boston, stand out for their leading work on patent litigation matters at the trial and appellate stages. First-chair trial attorney Sonal Mehta is another key practitioner from Palo Alto representing notable technology companies on high-stakes disputes. Additionally, Boston’s Omar Khan extends the team’s offering with his expertise in life sciences cases.  

Dispute resolution > General commercial disputes Tier 2

With ‘the unique ability and skillset to handle very complex and sophisticated matters’, WilmerHale is regularly called upon to handle contract, fraud and licensing disputes, as well as construction, RICO, trade secrets and unfair competition litigation. Boston-based John Butts is chair of the commercial litigation group, representing clients in business tort, trade secret, and contract disputes as well as consumer and securities class actions. David Ogden is an expert in financial disputes, based in Washington DC alongside Jonathan Paikin, whose diverse clientele encompasses companies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals. Also in DC, David Bowker is head of the international litigation practice and Albinas Prizgintas has extensive Supreme Court experience. Boston-based Felicia Ellsworth is vice chair of the litigation/controversy department, representing clients in both state and federal courts and in government-facing litigations and investigations. In Palo Alto, Sonal Mehta is active in IP, antitrust, and class action cases, while Joshua Lerner in San Francisco focuses on the tech sector and New York-based Hallie Levin is another name to note.

Finance > Financial services regulation Tier 2

Government > State attorneys general Tier 2

WilmerHale provides expert strategy and engagement advice in response to document requests and regulatory inquiries from attorney general offices across the country, while also having an active role in many hot-topic litigation, investigations and enforcement matters before the AG offices, including those pertaining to the financial services, life sciences and tech sectors. Former co-practice head Brian Mahanna departed the practice in September 2024 for a position as counsel to the governor of New York, with Paul Connell now sole practice head. Connell has extensive experience in prosecutions and proceedings in the energy, tech, consumer protection, telecoms, manufacturing and pharma spaces before state and federal agencies. The practice was bolstered in January 2025 with the arrival of former first assistant attorney general of North Carolina, Swain Wood, who handles corporate and white collar investigations by state AGs and state regulators, and has experience in the pharma, tobacco and energy industries. Both practitioners are based in Washington D.C..

International trade and national security > CFIUS Tier 2

WilmerHale, a Washington D.C. powerhouse in regard to government and regulatory affairs, offers strong credentials in the national security space, and a genuine CFIUS specialism. The team’s capabilities go beyond CFIUS interaction and reviews, with the ability to structure transactions, provide national security assessments, negotiate of security agreements, and advise on mitigation strategies all on offer to their clients. Department head Benjamin Powell, who previously served as the General Counsel to the Director of National Intelligence, is well renowned in the market due to his experience in handling complex regulatory matters relating to international investment and mergers. Jason Chipman‘s advice on CFIUS-sensitive foreign investments, such as a $9 billion transaction involving semiconductor memory technology, is informed by his deep government experience within the Department of Justice. Other key lawyers include Robert Kimmitt and 2024 partner-level addition Neena Shenai who brings a wealth of medical technology knowledge.

International trade and national security > Trade remedies and trade policy Tier 2

WilmerHale's international trade practice, based in Washington DC, is recognized for its expertise in trade policy, remedies, enforcement, and WTO disputes. The firm represents a wide range of clients, from corporations to sovereign governments, in complex matters across industries like technology, energy, and agriculture. With strong capabilities in both litigation and policy, WilmerHale handles issues such as Section 301 tariffs, digital trade, and compliance with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). Practice head David Ross advises companies in the technology, services, financial services, and aviation sectors. Robert Novick and Jeffrey Kessler are experienced lawyers and are important members of the team. Lauren Mandell (promotion) and Neena Shenai (joined February 2024) are partner-level additions that have boosted the capability of the team.

M&A/corporate and commercial > M&A: middle-market ($500m-999m) Tier 2

Recognized as ‘experts’ in the M&A space, WilmerHale works across the financial services, life sciences, and tech sectors, and frequently serves a client base comprising start-ups and investment banks. Offering an interdisciplinary service by liaising with the firm’s IP, tax, and employment teams, the group is co-led by Boston-based duo Hal Leibowitz and Joseph Conahan, who are well-versed in corporate and securities law, and divestitures and acquisitions, respectively. In New York, Andy Alin concentrates on representing financial institutions in SPAC transactions, Mike Gilligan advises private equity funds in cross-border buy- and sell-side M&A, while the ‘terrific’ Chris Barnstable-Brown has ample tech sector M&A expertise, and Tal Hacohen focuses on joint ventures and corporate restructurings. From Washington DC, the ‘highly experienced’ Stephanie Evans covers business expansions and strategic investments, while Boston-based Andrew Bonnes handles public company counseling. In Denver, Keith Trammell is proficient in guiding clients through hostile acquisition proposals and leveraged buyouts, while Will Myer is recommended for his strengths in financing transactions.

M&A/corporate and commercial > Venture capital and emerging companies Tier 2

Among WilmerHale’s industry strong suits, the start-ups and emerging companies group excels in life sciences-related work, where it teams up with the firm’s life sciences offering to provide full-service transactional and regulatory support. It additionally leverages its regulatory expertise to handle a steady stream of matters involving the technology, aerospace, and energy spheres. In New York, department co-chair Gary Schall acts for a mix of entrepreneurs, start-ups, and venture capital funds on the full range of corporate and finance transactions. Daniel Zimmermann co-chairs the practice from Palo Alto, where his recent work includes representing start-ups in the AI, life sciences, and aerospace sectors on financings across various funding stages. Boston-based Mick Bain spearheads the transactional department and recently led a $290.3m Series B financing for Sierra Space Corporation. Other recommended practitioners include corporate and securities partner Jason Kropp, also in Boston. Frances Mosley departed the firm in February 2025.

Media, technology and telecoms > Cyber law (including data privacy and data protection) Tier 2

Operating out of Washington DC, the team at WilmerHale is highly knowledgeable of the healthcare sector, advising on sensitive data breaches response. The firm’s expertise stretches to class actions and investigations before the FTC, state attorney generals and federal regulators. Its wider industry knowledge includes the retail, manufacturing, adtech, ecommerce and financial sectors. Kirk Nahra, who represents clients in enforcement actions and regulatory investigations at the state and federal level, and Benjamin Powell, an advisor on incident response and preparedness, head the practice. Advising on data security and privacy issues in M&A transactions, Jason Chipman is also noted within the team. In January 2025, Arianna Evers, experienced in AI-related issues, was made partner. Ali Jessani brings experience in privacy, cybersecurity and data protection regulation to the practice.

Media, technology and telecoms > Outsourcing Tier 2

WilmerHale has a small but highly experienced partner group that is frequently involved in high-value outsourcing agreements. Its work for a global bank on a $1bn+ deal to develop a bespoke wealth management software platform is a prime example of its capability. The firm has a strong client base in the financial services and insurance sectors, handling transactional work on contentious matters. Recognized outsourcing expert Robert Finkel in New York is the standout practitioner, and he continues to act as a key adviser to large corporations and financial institutions in complex domestic and cross-border transactions .Ariel Soiffer in Boston is well-versed in ITO and BPO deals, notably those involving call centers, manufacturing, and logistics. His experience also encompasses AI, IP, privacy issues, and cybersecurity. San Francisco-based Stephen Gillespie is increasingly involved in the outsourcing practice, bringing to bear his experience in strategic partnerships and technology transactions involving blockchain, fintech, SaaS, and data security.

Finance > Capital markets: debt offerings Tier 3

WilmerHale’s DCM team is noted particularly for its experience in the life sciences and tech spaces. Brian Johnson and Lisa Firenze lead the team in New York; both partners have considerable experience leading on emerging company representations. Stuart Falber in Boston is chair of the firm’s life sciences sector and stands out for his work for major players in this space, including both emerging and mature companies as well as investment banks. Molly Fox, also in Boston, is active in both the life sciences and tech sectors, advising companies, underwriters, and venture capital funds on a variety of DCM transactions. Craig Hilts, Cynthia Mazareas, and Caroline Dotolo are also key contacts in the firm’s Boston office.

Finance > Capital markets: equity offerings

Drawing upon strong multi-jurisdictional capabilities- predominantly with Europe- the WilmerHale team is ‘calm under pressure’ when handling IPOs, follow-on public offerings, and complex SPAC transactions. Representing both issuers and managers, the practice shows a special focus on the medtech and medical industries, with the New York-based duo of Brian Johnson and Lisa Firenze leading the outfit. In Boston, Stuart Falber regularly counsels mature public companies and investment banks, and Molly Fox is a corporate finance expert, while Craig Hilts is knowledgeable on convertible debt offerings. Also in Boston, Cynthia Mazareas and Caroline Dotolo are also noted as key.

Government > Government contracts Tier 3

WilmerHale handles a litany of government contracts matters with ‘competence and excellence’, making them a popular choice for clients seeking support on bid protests, national security issues, government IP rights, investigations and compliance counselling spanning many different issues. Both Stephen Preston and Andrew Shipley have extensive experience working in the defense sector and jointly lead the team, with the former leveraging experience in the DOD to advise on national security matters for government contractors, and the latter utilizing in-house experience at a major government contractor to advise on bid protests and contract litigation. Barry Hurewitz counsels technology and life sciences contractors on IP rights and data security and Elizabeth D’Aunno is well versed in government investigations. All practitioners mentioned are based in the firms Washington DC office. The practice was strengthened in February 2025 with the addition of former Perkins Coie LLP government contracts practice head Seth Locke.

Government > Government relations Tier 3

WilmerHale is a major player in sensitive and high-profile congressional investigations concerning antitrust, tax and trade matters across various industry sectors, including energy, telecommunications, technology and life sciences. The team remains a popular choice for its growing experience preparing executives and CEO’s testimonies, and defending companies before congress, congressional committees and sub-committees. The practice is jointly led by a trio of practitioners; Jonathan Yarowsky, who provides legislative and regulatory strategy and advocacy across a range of sectors and Alyssa DaCunha and Joel Green, who spearhead the firms’ congressional investigations practice. Brian Skretny provides strategic advice to clients in the energy, telecommunications and tech sectors, Jeffrey Wieand has in-depth knowledge of the legislative process augmented by years of experience on Capitol Hill, Jamie Gorelick and Lauren Moore are routine advisors in congressional investigations. The practice is based in Washington DC.

Healthcare > Life sciences Tier 3

WilmerHale’s client base encompasses biotech, pharma, diagnostic, and medical device companies, along with investors and academic institutions. The firm supports client growth by counseling on corporate and commercial transactions, with strong work in strategic collaborations and license agreements, as well as financing and M&A. With longstanding expertise in IP, the firm also serves as lead counsel on patent litigation cases. The practice is co-headed by Judith Hasko, who joined the Palo Alto office from Latham & Watkins LLP and advises on commercial transactions such as strategic alliances, joint ventures, and manufacturing and distribution agreements, and Boston-based Stuart Falber, who specializes in financing, M&A, and collaborations and licensing transactions. Jekkie Kim, also joining the Palo Alto team from Latham & Watkins LLP, focuses on joint ventures, strategic licensing and collaborations, and other complex commercial transactions.

Intellectual property > Patents: litigation (International Trade Commission) Tier 3

Under the leadership of Mark Selwyn in Palo Alto and Amy Wigmore in Washington DC, the team at WilmerHale is renowned for advising a prominent roster of tech clients in competitor versus competitor cases before the ITC. In addition to the co-chairs, James Dowd in Los Angeles brings extensive experience in navigating ITC jury and bench trials, as well as appeals, often representing high-profile clients. In Boston, Sarah Frazier is another key IP litigator, focusing on high-stakes trials.

International trade and national security > Customs, export controls and economic sanctions Tier 3

WilmerHale, with a bench of attorneys that has a wealth of public sector experience, offers an encompassing global support team covering all aspects of sanctions and export control laws across multiple industry sectors. The firm has a notable strength in handling complex tech-related sanctions issues, whilst also having the ability to help clients navigate complex cross-border sanctions pertaining to geopolitical tensions with Russia and China. The experienced Ronald Meltzer continues to be an influential force within the Washington DC team, whilst Michael Dawson brings an extensive background in designing compliance programs. Jeffrey Kessler and Zachary Goldman, based in New York, are talented lawyers in this field.

Media, technology and telecoms > Technology transactions Tier 3

WilmerHale‘s tech team advises on complex tech transactions and licensing, specializing in M&A, outsourcing, venture capital, and technology licensing. In the Boston office, senior partner Jeff Johnson , co-chair of the technology transactions practice, advises on a wide range of tech transactions. Ariel Soiffer and Elese Hanson  also bring expertise, with Soiffer focusing on machine learning, AI, privacy, and fintech, and Hanson advising on pharma, biotech, digital health, medical tech, finance, and software.

Antitrust > Merger control Tier 4

The ‘very responsive’ WilmerHale team provides ‘excellent advice’ to clients seeking out merger control expertise, with longstanding experience advising on HSR reviews involving substantive issues. The team works closely with colleagues internationally to coordinate multi-jurisdictional merger clearance. In Washington DC, practice co-chair Thomas Mueller focuses his practice on merger investigations with transatlantic implications, drawing on experience practicing in Brussels, and co-chair Hartmut Schneider, qualified in the US and Germany, ‘is a great partner’ to clients with issues at the intersection of antitrust and intellectual property law. Also in DC, Leon Greenfield has a practice spanning merger clearance, antitrust litigation, counselling, and government investigations.

Dispute resolution > Financial services litigation Tier 4

WilmerHale operates a focused practice on consumer class actions, defending clients at trial in a range of cases related to financial laws and deceptive trade practices. Franca Harris Gutierrez heads the team in Washington. New York’s Noah Levine is the firm’s go-to partner to handle consumer class actions relating to consumer protection laws, antitrust issues or data breaches.

Dispute resolution > International arbitration Tier 4

WilmerHale boasts a ‘highly capable and experienced international arbitration team’ that for one client, ‘consistently exhibited an exceptional breadth of knowledge and expertise’. The team handles highly-complex disputes across a wide range of industries and jurisdictions, with expertise in both commercial and investor-state arbitrations, particularly those involving oil and gas, financial services, and aviation. The team works closely with the intellectual property practice to act on high-profile intellectual property arbitrations. Based in Washington DC, Rachael Kent leads the team, frequently leading on complex arbitrations in the energy, mining, and defence sectors, also with vast commercial expertise. DC-based Danielle Morris and John Trenor are both key to the team, Morris with a focus on investor-State arbitration, and Trenor on public international and international investment matters. In New York, Claudio Salas has extensive experience acting under a number of arbitral rules.

Environment > Environment: regulatory Tier 4

Finance > Fintech Tier 4

WilmerHale is particularly strong at handling a range of regulatory work for blockchain and payments clients, as well as advising on investigations and enforcement matters. In New York, Zachary Goldman advises cryptocurrency and digital asset companies on regulatory issues, including AML, sanctions, and money transmission, while in Washington DC, Franca Harris Gutierrez counsels financial institutions, including international banks and mortgage servicers, on regulatory and transactional issues. Also in DC, former director of the SEC’s Division of Enforcement, Stephanie Avakian, is well-placed to address challenges posed by government investigations, and Michael Dawson is enlisted by technology clients for regulatory compliance. Other key lawyers include New York-based Tiffany Smith, who guides clients on the applicability of regulations to products, compliance programs, and licensing processes.

Labor and employment > Employee benefits, executive compensation and retirement plans: transactional Tier 4

WilmerHale ’s executive compensation and employee benefits practice, led by Kim Wethly in Boston, advises employers, executives, and benefits providers on a range of compensation and benefits matters. The team handles equity and nonqualified compensation plans, ERISA and 401(k) issues, and compliance with SEC and IRS regulations. The firm’s expertise extends to advising multinational clients on cross-border compensation strategies and structuring employee benefits in corporate transactions. Wethly is noted for her experience in advising corporate boards and executives on compensation committees and incentive plans. Clients span various industries, including technology, financial services, and life sciences.

M&A/corporate and commercial > Corporate governance Tier 4

Boston’s Johnathan Wolfman and Lillian Brown in Washington DC jointly lead the corporate practice group at WilmerHale, which assists the Coca-Cola Group, the Danaher Corporation, and several other publically traded corporations with their corporate governance matters. The practice has a securities and regulation focus and assists clients with cybersecurity breaches, SEC compliance, and internal investigations. Brown has significant experience working on ESG protocols, shareholder proposals, and activism. Alex Bahn, Meredith Cross, and Alan Wilson strengthen the practice in Washington DC whilst Liz Graffeo works out of the firm’s Denver office.

Media, technology and telecoms > Media and entertainment: litigation Tier 4

WilmerHale's media and entertainment team is well-versed in representing social media companies in cases related to their ability to moderate and control content on their platforms. The firm largely defends its clients in First Amendment cases to ensure protection of their editorial rights. Other than content moderation lawsuits, the firm also represents clients in antitrust and commercial litigation. Washington DC-based Ari Holtzblatt leads the team and is the go-to for assisting social media platforms with litigation involving First Amendment and Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

Tax > US taxes: non-contentious Tier 4

Finance > Commercial lending Tier 5

Overseen by Boston-based Mick Bain, WilmerHale is praised for its ‘responsiveness and thoroughness.’ Working out of Denver, Chalyse Robinson is a key port of call for energy, financial services, retail, and technology clients and is often engaged in acquisition financing and debt financing transactions. Located in Denver, Nathan Moore is a strong choice for financial institutions and is highly proficient in debt and royalty financing transactions, while Jana Lama is noted for her capabilities in debt finance and capital markets matters.

Finance > Restructuring (including bankruptcy): corporate Tier 5

WilmerHale has a New York-based bankruptcy and financial restructuring team with an established record in bankruptcy litigation at both trial and appellate levels, which is further supplemented by expertise in mass tort-driven bankruptcies. The team is especially active in the life sciences and biotechnology sectors, a particular forte of the wider firm. Beyond its specific sectoral expertise, the firm advised Diamond Sports Group on its Chapter 11 case in Houston. Philip Anker co-chairs the bankruptcy and financial restructuring group alongside Andrew Goldman with both noted for their bankruptcy litigation expertise. Benjamin Loveland and George Shuster (‘a brilliant problem-solver‘) are also key partners, the latter recognised for his life sciences and biotechnology experience. All named individuals are based in New York.

Intellectual property > Patents: licensing