About Us

About Us

WilmerHale is a leading international law firm with more than 1,100 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of:

  • providing quality, world-class legal and client services;
  • promoting a culture of opportunity and inclusiveness;
  • fostering an environment that promotes an entrepreneurial spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the exceptional talents and varied experience of our lawyers;
  • encouraging lawyers and staff to perform public service and give back to the community through pro bono work, government service, service to the bar, teaching, and supporting public institutions and charitable organizations; and
  • hiring and retaining exceptionally talented lawyers who possess the common trait of outstanding academic and personal achievements.

WilmerHale has earned The American Lawyer’s prestigious Best Law Firm of the Year title not once, but twice—first in 2020 and again in 2025. In 2020, the firm distinguished itself with an extraordinary year across its service offerings, delivering landmark victories for clients while advancing initiatives beyond traditional practice areas. Its unwavering commitment to pro bono work, diversity, and innovative approaches to legal service delivery set a standout standard for excellence in the profession. The honor returned in 2025, when WilmerHale stood among six firms recognized for their bold, united stand against executive orders threatening the independence of the legal profession. This historic moment marked the first time in the award’s history that a coalition of firms was jointly celebrated for defending the core principles of justice and the rule of law. 

Who We Are

Our History

Since the earliest days of our two legacy firms, WilmerHale has played a leadership role in historic events and landmark cases that have shaped the nation and left their mark across the globe. Learn More

Guiding Principles

WilmerHale was founded on the same institutional values that guided our two legacy firms. Learn More

Firm Leadership

WilmerHale is managed by three key teams of leaders—the Management Committee, our practice leaders and our senior administrators. Learn More

What We Do

Legal excellence. Dedication to clients.

WilmerHale provides legal representation across a comprehensive range of practice areas that are critical to the success of our clients. Learn More

Public Service and Pro Bono

WilmerHale maintains a steadfast commitment to pro bono representation and public service, and believes in an inherent obligation to ensure equal access to justice for underserved communities around the world. Learn More

Inclusion and Opportunity

We are committed to fostering an environment that values and embraces a broad range of perspectives and experiences. Learn More

WilmerHale Careers

We are committed to providing consistently world-class legal services and we pride ourselves on finding innovative solutions to complex problems that require us to draw on our full range of knowledge and experience. At WilmerHale, we foster a work environment that is deeply rooted in our mission to provide unparalleled, high quality service to our clients.

WilmerHale Alumni Network

WilmerHale welcomes former colleagues to the firm’s alumni network. Here we are committed to maintaining close ties with those of you who have contributed to our firm’s success over the years.

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