Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP – Wilmington, DE

Champions of Shareholder Rights

Bernstein Litowitz Berger and Grossmann LLP (BLB&G) is widely recognized as one of the leading plaintiffs’ law firms in the world, with a specialized office in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1983, the firm has a storied history of prosecuting class and private actions on behalf of institutional and individual investors. The Wilmington office serves as the hub for the firm’s corporate governance litigation, leveraging Delaware’s status as the corporate capital to fight for shareholder rights in the Court of Chancery. Their attorneys are known for their aggressive advocacy and their ability to secure historic recoveries for their clients.

Specialized Practice Areas

• Corporate Governance: The firm prosecutes derivative actions and claims for breach of fiduciary duty, holding corporate directors and officers accountable for misconduct. If you need to find a litigation lawyer to challenge a merger or executive compensation package, BLB&G is a top-tier choice.
• Securities Litigation: They are global leaders in securities fraud class actions, recovering billions of dollars for defrauded investors.
• Shareholder Rights: The firm advocates for reforms that improve corporate transparency and accountability, often setting legal precedents in the process.
• Commercial Litigation: Handling complex business disputes with a focus on achieving results for plaintiffs.

A Track Record of Success

BLB&G has obtained some of the largest monetary recoveries in history, including the $6.19 billion settlement in the WorldCom securities litigation. The firm is consistently ranked at the top of the field by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS Securities Class Action Services. Their work is purely contingency-based, meaning they are invested in the success of every case they take. For institutional investors looking to hire an attorney who will relentlessly pursue justice, BLB&G offers unmatched resources and expertise.

Located at the WSFS Bank Center

The firm’s office is located at 500 Delaware Avenue, in the modern WSFS Bank Center. This location places them in the center of Wilmington’s financial district, just blocks from the courts.