Company Research Report: Dickinson Wright PLLC
Company Overview
- Name: Dickinson Wright PLLC
- Mission: Provide unmatched client service and the highest quality legal advice, maintaining innovative and thoughtful best practices aligned with founding values to engage with clients and achieve their business goals.
- Founded: 1878
- Founders: Henry Monroe Campbell and Henry Russel
- Key People:
- Michael C. Hammer, CEO
- William T. Burgess, Chairman
- Cynthia L. Alexander, Deputy CEO – Innovation
- J. Benjamin Dolan, Deputy CEO – Member Allocations and Advancement
- James A. Plemmons, Deputy CEO – Lateral Partner Recruitment
- William P. Shield, Deputy CEO - Finance
- Mark S. Shapiro, Deputy CEO - Practice Management
- Headquarters: Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees: Approximately 500 lawyers
- Revenue: No information is available
- Company Known For: Dickinson Wright is known for being a full-service law firm that provides cutting-edge legal solutions across various industries, earning a reputation for consistent client success and high-caliber legal representation.
Products
- What Products Do They Offer: Legal Services
- High-Level Description of the Product: Dickinson Wright offers a comprehensive range of legal services across 40 practice areas including intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, litigation, real estate, healthcare, and more.
- Key Features of Each Product:
- Intellectual Property: Protection of innovations in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and nanotechnology.
- Construction: Extensive services across every phase from drafting to dispute resolution, representing developers, lenders, and contractors.
- Corporate and Business Law: Mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and strategic business counseling.
- Litigation: Expert litigation services with recognized litigation stars and a record of handling high-stakes matters.
- Health Care: Legal services in healthcare transactions, joint ventures, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Recent Developments
- Recent Developments in the Company:
- Office Openings: Opened a new office in San Diego focusing on Life Sciences and Intellectual Property. Expanded presence in California with the Silicon Valley office since 2018.
- Key Personal Additions: The firm has recently added notable members to various offices, including Dustin Plumadore in Washington, D.C., and Christopher Johnson in Denver.
- New Products Launched: No information is available
- New Features Added to Existing Products: No information is available
- New Partnerships: Dickinson Wright is a member of international legal networks, including the United States Law Firm Group (USLFG) and International Bar Association (IBA).
Insights and Recognition
- Awards and Recognition:
- Recognized in The Globe & Mail’s 2024 Best Law Firms in Canada.
- Ranked in Legal 500 United States 2024 Edition and Benchmark Litigation United States 2025 Edition.
- Numerous lawyers are acknowledged in Best Lawyers and Chambers USA, among others.
Pro Bono and Community Involvement
- Commitment to Pro Bono Work: Engages in a wide range of pro bono activities such as aiding survivors of domestic violence, assisting the homeless and low-income individuals, offering refugee assistance, and engaging in veterans’ rights advocacy.
Geographic Reach
- Offices: Dickinson Wright operates numerous offices across the United States, including cities like Ann Arbor, Chicago, Columbus, and Phoenix, as well as international offices in Toronto and Windsor, Canada.
- Global Affiliations: Partners with firms in China, Japan, South Korea, and India, providing services for clients on an international scale.
This report provides a structured overview of Dickinson Wright PLLC, capturing its long-standing legacy, extensive service offerings, recent strategic expansions, and commitment to legal excellence and community service.
