Welcome to WilmerHale

Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP®

We are a leading international law firm working at the intersection of government and business to support clients across a range of industries, from finance to life sciences to technology.

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CASE STUDY SPOTLIGHT

Helping Clients Achieve Business Goals

The New York Times Co. Wins Decisive Victory in Palin Defamation Case

WilmerHale and co-counsel Ballard Spahr secured a victory when a federal jury ruled in favor of The New York Times and against former Alaska Governor and Vice-Presidential nominee Sarah Palin in a retrial of a libel claim over a 2017 editorial about gun violence and the prevalence of mass shootings in the US. The case has been seen as a key indicator for future press-public figure disputes and has garnered significant national media attention over the past eight years.

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Featured Team

Felicia H. Ellsworth

Partner

Andy O'Laughlin

Counsel

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Featured Report

2026 IPO Report

Discover key insights into current IPO market conditions and emerging trends with WilmerHale’s 2026 IPO Report, featuring in-depth analysis of the practices shaping successful offerings.

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Litigator of the Week Honors for Meta Victory

Litigation Daily recognized WilmerHale as Litigator of the Week runners-up for its role in Meta’s groundbreaking antitrust win.

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Featured Alert

Court Vacates CMS Rule on RADV Audits

A Texas federal court struck down a CMS rule on RADV audits, a decision with major implications for Medicare Advantage organizations.

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Featured Newsletter

Readily Ascertainable—WilmerHale's Trade Secret Bulletin

Stay informed with Readily Ascertainable—WilmerHale’s Trade Secret Bulletin offering clear, concise updates on the latest trade secret cases and trends shaping the legal landscape.

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Featured Alert

Howey vs. Risk Capital

In this client alert, explore the differences in securities law tests as they take on greater importance in a period of potential growth in state-level securities enforcement.

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“I particularly like that, no matter what challenges we face, our primary contacts at WilmerHale can find someone else within the practice that is an expert in the matters we are facing.”

Chambers USA 2025

“WilmerHale is widely perceived as one of the most successful law firm mergers of all time. Drivers that shape the market’s perception include a reputation for consistently excellent quality and market leadership in chosen areas of focus.”

The American Lawyer, 2024

“The WilmerHale team is exceptional at all levels, has a set of partners with deep expertise supported by consistently outstanding counsel and senior associates. WilmerHale's ability to tap into internal partnerships to ensure full advantage has been impressive.”

Chambers USA 2024

“The firm stands out not only for its substantive knowledge and expertise, which is excellent, but also for its utter dedication and drive to achieve the best possible outcomes.”

Chambers Europe 2023

“[They] believed in our cause, our innocence and, most importantly, they believed in us. We truly felt we had the best possible representation, never feeling second to any other client. They cared about us and therefore went the distance for us, ultimately achieving the perfect ending.”

Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms 2024

“WilmerHale has outstanding lawyers. Their people make the difference.”

Legal 500 United States 2023

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Team Spotlight

Gate Bioscience’s Collaboration with Lilly Valued at up to $856M

This WilmerHale life sciences team represented Gate Bioscience in a nearly billion-dollar collaboration and license agreement with Eli Lilly and Company. The partnership will leverage Gate Bio’s platform to create innovative therapies designed to eliminate difficult-to-drug proteins and tackle diseases with significant unmet need.

Meet the Deal Team

J. Jekkie Kim

Partner

Mat Trachok

Counsel

Helen Park

Senior Associate

Fred J. Adam

Partner

Bruce S. Manheim Jr.

Partner

Carla N. Gilbertson

Attorney, M&A Clearance and Investigations

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Careers

Join Our World-Class Team

Law Students

Our summer program promises challenging assignments, practical training and opportunities to work and socialize with many of our lawyers.

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Lawyers

Our lawyers flourish in a collegial environment that emphasizes teamwork, collaboration and the spirited exchange of ideas in the pursuit of excellence.

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Business Professionals

A law firm thrives when it is supported by professionals with superb business skills, and we are committed to attracting and retaining talented employees to achieve that.

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Legal excellence. Dedication to clients.

The Passing of Retired Partner Robert S. Mueller, III

Named 2025 Best Law Firm of the Year by The American Lawyer

Former Virginia Solicitor General Kevin Gallagher Returns

Largest Ever Individual Wrongful-Conviction Verdict Won

Thermo Fisher Scientific Strikes $9 Billion Deal to Acquire Clario

Major Appellate Victories for Apple and PNC Bank

Helping Clients Achieve Business Goals