WilmerHale Shines in Legal 500 US 2025 with Top IP, Litigation Honors

The firm’s top-tier positioning in Patent Litigation reflects its consistent success in handling complex, high-stakes IP disputes. WilmerHale was awarded a Tier 1 ranking in this field, acknowledging the depth, strategy, and litigation prowess the firm brings to major patent battles. Clients and peers alike praise the team’s ability to navigate technically sophisticated and commercially consequential disputes, particularly in sectors such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and consumer electronics.

Among the standout attorneys in WilmerHale’s IP group are William F. Lee, a legendary figure in trial advocacy, and Sonal N. Mehta, known for her sharp litigation skills and leadership in tech-sector disputes. Brittany Blueitt Amadi, Joseph Mueller, and Mark Selwyn were also recognized for their roles in groundbreaking patent matters. Their work has helped define litigation trends and shape the legal landscape for some of the world’s most innovative companies.

Beyond litigation, WilmerHale’s patent prosecution and transactional work also garnered accolades. The firm’s team handles everything from IP portfolio development to strategic patent licensing and due diligence in high-value M&A deals. Their cross-practice collaboration allows clients to benefit from seamless legal advice that integrates regulatory, litigation, and commercial insights.

The Legal 500 also praised WilmerHale’s broader litigation, white-collar defense, antitrust, and appellate teams. Notably, the firm continues to be a go-to counsel for Fortune 500 companies, emerging tech players, and public institutions, offering cutting-edge legal strategies and consistently achieving favorable outcomes. WilmerHale’s appellate practice, with several former Supreme Court clerks and deep experience in high-profile constitutional and statutory cases, remains a leader in its category.