Wilson Elser

Wilson Elser is a preeminent national defense litigation firm with a 95-year legacy of representing domestic and international clients in complex civil matters. With over 1,000 attorneys operating across nearly 40 offices in the United States, the firm is engaged in more than 100,000 active matters at any given time. This unmatched scale is complemented by precision-driven legal counsel and a longstanding reputation for excellence.

Wilson Elser provides clients with strategic and efficient defense in a wide range of practice areas, including professional liability, insurance coverage, product liability, transportation, cybersecurity, employment law, construction, and complex tort litigation. By blending deep industry knowledge with trial-tested experience, the firm consistently secures favorable outcomes through cost-effective and forward-thinking solutions.

Wilson Elser is distinguished by a collaborative model that connects attorneys across jurisdictions to deliver seamless multistate representation. Clients—from multinational corporations and insurers to public entities and private employers—rely on the firm to manage risk, navigate regulatory environments, and vigorously defend against claims in state and federal courts nationwide.

Wilson Elser invests in excellence through attorney development, client education, and a forward-looking approach to litigation trends. The firm’s attorneys are frequent speakers at national legal symposia and contributors to influential industry publications. High-profile wins, such as spoliation dismissals in product liability cases and summary judgments in fraud disputes, highlight the firm’s ability to drive results under pressure.

Wilson Elser prioritizes integrity, preparation, and transparency, consistently aligning legal strategies with client goals. With robust capabilities in emerging areas, such as litigation funding defense, cyber risks, and regulatory enforcement, the firm remains ahead of legal developments that shape exposure and liability. The law firm continues to lead the defense litigation landscape by leveraging institutional knowledge, trial acumen, and a dedication to protecting client interests across diverse industries and jurisdictions.