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Global Reach, Local Delaware Expertise
Firm Overview
Reed Smith LLP is a global legal powerhouse with a strategic office located in the heart of Wilmington. As one of the world’s largest law firms, Reed Smith utilizes its Wilmington presence to provide clients with direct access to the ‘Corporate Capital of the World.’ The Delaware team is an integral part of the firm’s global network, offering sophisticated counsel that leverages the unique aspects of Delaware’s legal system. They are particularly renowned for their work in the Delaware Court of Chancery and the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. While they represent some of the largest multinational corporations in the world, the Wilmington office maintains a focused, collaborative atmosphere where experienced attorneys guide clients through high-stakes litigation, bankruptcy proceedings, and intellectual property disputes.
Key Practice Areas
The Wilmington office focuses on the legal services most critical to Delaware’s corporate environment:
- Bankruptcy & Restructuring: A leading practice representing debtors, creditors, and trustees in complex Chapter 11 reorganizations.
- Intellectual Property: Protecting innovations through litigation in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, a patent litigation hotbed.
- Corporate Litigation: Defending directors and officers in shareholder disputes and fiduciary duty claims.
- Financial Services: Advising banks and financial institutions on regulatory compliance and transactional matters.
Why Choose Reed Smith?
If you need to order a lawyer who can handle a case with international implications while navigating local court rules, Reed Smith is the answer. Their attorneys combine the resources of a 1,500-lawyer firm with deep local relationships and courtroom experience. Whether you are a tech company protecting a patent or a creditor involved in a bankruptcy, Reed Smith provides the strategic depth required to succeed.
Specializing In
Corporate Bankruptcy, Patent Litigation, Commercial Disputes, Financial Regulation
Address & Location
The office is situated in Downtown Wilmington, in the premier Central Business District of Delaware.
Building Location
This is the iconic 1201 North Market Street (formerly known as the Chase Manhattan Centre), a 23-story Class A skyscraper standing 360 feet tall. Designed by the renowned architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and completed in 1988, it is the tallest building in the state of Delaware. The tower features a striking granite facade, a welcoming lobby, and an on-site cafe, located within walking distance of Rodney Square and the historic Hotel du Pont.
Suite Access
Enter through the building’s main entrance on Market Street into the spacious, secure lobby. Check in with the 24-hour staffed security desk and proceed to the elevator bank. Take the elevators up to the 15th floor to reach Suite 1500.
Parking Details
The property offers on-site underground parking for tenants and clients. Visitors can also utilize adjacent public parking garages and unnamed surface public parking lots nearby.
Public Transit
Served by DART First State Route 2 (Concord Pike); nearest stop is at Market St @ 12th St.
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