BakerHostetler – Wilmington, DE

Global Legal Powerhouse in Delaware

Firm Overview

BakerHostetler is a premier international law firm with a strategic office in downtown Wilmington. While the firm traces its roots back to 1916, its Wilmington office was established in 2019 to provide clients with direct access to Delaware’s critical legal venues. The firm is widely recognized for its deep bench of attorneys who handle high-stakes corporate and intellectual property matters. The Wilmington team is fully integrated into BakerHostetler’s global network of over 1,000 lawyers, allowing them to bring massive resources to bear on local cases. They regularly appear before the Delaware Court of Chancery, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware. Their presence in the 1201 North Market Street tower places them at the epicenter of the state’s legal and financial district.

Key Practice Areas

The Wilmington office focuses on the specialized legal needs of major corporations and financial institutions:

• Intellectual Property Litigation: Defending and enforcing patent rights in Delaware’s federal courts, a hub for IP disputes.
• Bankruptcy & Restructuring: Representing debtors, creditors, and committees in complex Chapter 11 cases and cross-border insolvencies.
• Corporate Governance: Advising boards and executives on fiduciary duties and compliance under Delaware law.
• Commercial Litigation: Handling complex business disputes, including contract claims and shareholder actions.

Why Choose BakerHostetler?

If you need to find an attorney for ‘bet-the-company’ litigation or complex restructuring, BakerHostetler offers a compelling combination of local insight and national strength. Their attorneys are deeply rooted in the Delaware legal community, with many having clerked for local judges or practiced in the state for decades. They provide the sophisticated counsel required to navigate Delaware’s unique legal landscape while leveraging the technology and subject-matter expertise of a top-tier global firm.