WilmerHale
(617) 526-6000 • (202) 663-6000
Handling cases that often make front page headlines, WilmerHale is a litigation super star, with particular strength in intellectual property. The firm boasts a respectful culture where associates feel supported by partners and have the resources they need to soar with high-level matters. The firm has a deeply-rooted commitment to pro bono and opportunities to dive headfirst into meaningful projects are around every corner. WilmerHale is a good fit for those looking for a hardworking but easy going environment.
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The hiring process is competitive at WilmerHale—strong academic credentials, prior work experience, diversity, and intellectual curiosity are all taken into consideration. The firm promotes a supportive, respectful, and friendly culture. Associates believe the partners are genuinely invested in their professional growth and development, providing them with consistent feedback and adequate insight into firm performance and finances. Some find the 2,000-hour billable hour requirement to be high, but the firm’s practice managers aid in monitoring workloads and evenly distributing work. Associates are pleased with their top-of-market compensation, with over-market bonuses for high billers. Varied and interesting, the work is appropriate for the associates’ level of experience and ofte...
With 1,000 lawyers across the U.S., Asia, and Europe, WilmerHale is a litigation powerhouse, known especially for its work in IP, securities, and appellate litigation, as well as its life sciences and technology experience. The firm counsels in a range of industries, including aviation; big data; education; energy, environment, and natural resources; financial services; health care; insurance; media and entertainment; national security; professional services; and technology.
Beantown Meets the Beltway
WilmerHale was formed in 2004 when Hale and Dorr LLP and Wilmer Cutler Pickering LLP joined forces. Legacy firm Hale & Dorr dated back to 1918. Among other things, the firm was known for its work in government matters. Firm lawyer Joseph Welch represented the U.S. Army in the legendary U.S. Army-McCarth...
WilmerHale is 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. We foster a work environment that is deeply rooted in our mission to provide unparalleled, high quality service to our clients. In an effort to continuously develop and support our workforce, we provide extensive in-house and external training opportunities and actively promote the overall well-being of every individual in the WilmerHale community.