About WilmerHale · Boston
WilmerHale is a leading international law firm with over 1,100 lawyers across 12 offices in the U.S. and Europe. Its Boston office, established in 1918, serves clients from startups to major corporations, specializing in litigation, corporate, and intellectual property law. The firm is known for its national and international client base, particularly in technology and life sciences, and is recognized for its top-tier legal practices and commitment to pro bono work and public service.
WilmerHale’s Boston office, located at 60 State Street, serves clients across the business life cycle, from startups to established corporations. The office is a hub for litigation, corporate, and intellectual property practices, with lawyers recognized for defending technology companies and leading major patent and trademark litigations. The firm has received top-tier rankings from Chambers USA for its Corporate and Intellectual Property practices for over 18 years. WilmerHale is also known for its strong commitment to pro bono work, public service, and community partnerships, including landmark cases on behalf of veterans, immigrants, and marginalized communities. The firm’s guiding principles emphasize legal excellence, client dedication, inclusiveness, and public service. It has been honored as 'Best Law Firm of the Year' by The American Lawyer in 2020 and 2025.
- In business
- since 1918
- Serves
- National and International Clients, with a focus on New England and Boston
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.
Boston Office
WilmerHale's Boston office serves clients spanning the complete business life cycle—from seasoned corporations to entrepreneurial ventures. Our clients range from established industry leaders to emerging companies that reflect the New England region's status as one of the premier technology and life science centers in the country. Our Boston office is a hub for the firm's litigation, corporate and intellectual property practices.
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. We work on cases ranging from US Supreme Court litigation to defending individuals lacking access to basic necessities like housing and medical care.