Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP - Boston, MA
Elite Legal Counsel from the Heart of Boston
Since its founding in 1899, Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP has stood as a pillar of the Boston legal community, evolving into a national powerhouse renowned for its work on high-stakes and complex matters. Unlike sprawling global firms, Choate embraces a uniquely effective single-office model, housing over 200 attorneys under one roof. 🏛️ This cohesive structure fosters seamless collaboration, allowing for the rapid assembly of expert teams to address client needs with exceptional efficiency and agility. The firm is strategically focused on a core set of practice areas where it delivers market-leading service, results, and value to a sophisticated client base ranging from Fortune 500 companies and leading private equity funds to high-net-worth families. 📈
Premier Practice Areas
Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP distinguishes itself by concentrating its immense talent on specific areas, ensuring deep expertise and a superior client experience. This strategic focus has earned the firm top rankings from prestigious directories like Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and U.S. News – Best Lawyers.
- Business Litigation Lawyers: The firm's litigators are known for handling the most challenging business and financial disputes, government enforcement actions, and insurance and reinsurance cases with formidable skill.
- Private Equity and M&A Lawyers: A leader in the middle market, Choate has been at the forefront of private equity since the industry's early days, representing clients in billions of dollars' worth of transactions, including buyouts, growth equity investments, and M&A.
- Finance and Restructuring Lawyers: The firm offers sophisticated counsel in bankruptcy, restructuring, and a wide range of financing transactions, representing both lenders and borrowers in complex domestic and international matters.
- Intellectual Property Lawyers: With a deep bench of scientists holding PhDs and other advanced degrees, the IP group provides comprehensive counseling and litigation services for life sciences and technology companies, protecting their most valuable innovations.
- Wills, Estate Planning and Probate Lawyers: Choate's renowned Wealth Management group provides comprehensive, bespoke services for high-net-worth individuals and families, focusing on sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, and charitable giving.
A Legacy of Excellence
Choate is more than a law firm; it is a Boston institution with a national reach. Its commitment to a partner-led service model ensures that clients receive seasoned, strategic guidance on their most critical issues. The firm is consistently recognized as a top place to work and has received a top score on the Corporate Equality Index for its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality. By deliberately choosing to be different—focused, collaborative, and housed in a single office—Choate provides a distinct advantage, delivering unmatched service and superior results for its market-leading clients. 🏆
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the prestigious Financial District of Downtown Boston, just steps from the scenic Rose Kennedy Greenway.
Building Location
This is the iconic 36-story postmodern office tower known as Two International Place, designed by Philip Johnson and finished in red granite. It stands directly across from the Rose Kennedy Greenway and is near popular restaurants such as Nix's Mate and the Rowes Wharf Sea Grille.
Parking Details
The building features a massive multi-level subterranean parking garage (the International Place Garage) with over 800 spaces, offering secure public parking with direct elevator access into the building's lobby.
Public Transit
Served by MBTA Route 4 (Inbound); nearest stop is at Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building through the main professional lobby of Two International Place. Proceed to the designated passenger elevator bank and head to the 35th floor to check in at the main reception for Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP.