About

Provided by WilmerHale

Our lawyers have played an integral role in many of the most significant cases across the globe over the past several years, including internal and governmental investigations; patent, copyright and trademark cases; regulatory, government and public policy disputes; securities class action lawsuits; and federal and state appellate cases. Clients rely on our strong understanding of their industries and business goals, pragmatic and clear advice—even in the midst of complicated issues, complex legal and regulatory regimes, and high-stakes decisions—and ability to deliver practical solutions to real-world problems. Our cases and achievements cut across the litigation spectrum, and we have experience across industries, including aviation; bankruptcy and commercial; communications; defense and national security; government contracts; energy, environment and natural resources; financial institutions; labor and employment; technology; and trade.


To learn more about WilmerHale's Litigation practice, visit: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/solutions/litigation


Chambers Review

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Litigation: Securities - Massachusetts

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

WilmerHale offers market-leading advice in areas such as securities litigation and complex civil disputes. The firm is acclaimed for its strength in cases involving IP matters. Its clients include Fortune 500 companies, hedge funds and financial services institutions. The firm provides extensive expertise with respect to class actions and derivative claims.

Work Highlights

  • WilmerHale represented Alexandria Real Estate Equities in a lawsuit brought by a former commercial tenant.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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William H Paine
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William H Paine
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Senior Statespeople

William Paine continues to be a leading lawyer in the securities litigation space. He has substantial experience in the defence of high value securities class actions.

William Paine is a true dean of the Bar.

Felicia H Ellsworth
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Felicia H Ellsworth
2
Band 2

Felicia Ellsworth is vice-chair of WilmerHale’s litigation and controversy department. She is highlighted for her abilities as trial and appellate advocate in a range of high stakes litigation.

Felicia Ellsworth is a tremendous lawyer and litigator.

Felicia does an outstanding job as a trial attorney.

John Butts
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John Butts
2
Band 2
Chair of WilmerHale's commercial litigation group John Butts has experience acting on a wide array of disputes for clients in the banking, life sciences and technology sectors, among others.

John Butts is a go-to litigator. He is super smart, thorough and a great ability to get the best result.

John Butts is extremely practical, smart and strategic.

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Timothy J Perla
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Band 2

Timothy Perla is recognised for his securities litigation practice and is skilled in advising clients on a wide range of class actions and shareholder derivative lawsuits.

Timothy Perla does a great job and is proactive and responsive in his approach.

Timothy Perla is really great in terms of his legal support.

Timothy Perla provides terrific work product and is a really smart lawyer who does a great job.

Timothy Perla is just excellent across the board.

Timothy is a valued outside resource for the thorniest of legal issues.

Andrew Dulberg
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Andrew Dulberg
3
Band 3

Andrew Dulberg has a broad base of commercial disputes expertise, including handling securities and real estate-related litigation.

Clients secure the best possible representation with Andrew.

Andrew is a fabulous writer, a wonderful cross-examiner and a great strategist. He enthusiastically defends his clients and is also a great team leader.

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Robert Smith
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Up and Coming

Robert Smith has growing experience in state and federal securities litigation, which sees him assist public companies and their senior figures.

Robert Smith is very highly thought of in securities litigation.

Working with Robert Smith is a great experience.

Robert Smith is an absolutely great guy who gives such great advice. He is a one man army.

Robert is an exceptional partner to work with.

Ranked Lawyers at
WilmerHale

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Massachusetts

Litigation: General Commercial

Felicia H Ellsworth
2
Felicia H Ellsworth
2
Band 2
John Butts
2
John Butts
2
Band 2
Andrew Dulberg
3
Andrew Dulberg
3
Band 3
Litigation: Securities

William H Paine
S
William H Paine
S
Senior Statespeople
2
Timothy J Perla
2
Band 2
U
Robert Smith
U
Up and Coming