The largest city in Delaware, Wilmington is also home to more than half of the America’s publicly traded companies, and over 60% of companies listed on the Fortune 500. Delaware’s push in the 1980’s to liberalize its business laws attracted a major influx of businesses to the state. Today Delaware is enjoying its status as the home to the business world.

Its central importance in the business and credit industries also means Wilmington attracts some of the nation’s top legal talent. The Delaware State Bar Association, an association of Delaware attorneys, is located in Wilmington. All Wilmington lawyers are members of the Bar, which gives them the authority to practice within the state.

Wilmington attorneys can help you with bankruptcy filings, real estate transactions, contract law, business law, criminal defense, and a variety of other legal issues. Attorneys in Wilmington recently filed suit against a local Catholic Church, alleging the church knew of prior sexual abuse by its priests. Previous cases had settled for amounts between $50,000 and $100,000, and the church now regularly faces allegations of past abuse by its priests.

Wilmington attorneys are ready to assist you in whatever legal troubles you might be having. The problem is how to find the right one for you. LegalMatch.com can help you hire your advocate with confidence. Our service utilizes a unique matching system that will match your case with local pre-screened Wilmington attorneys that know how to handle your case. For each attorney you have the choice of contacting, LegalMatch will help you make the right decision by giving you valuable background information and user reviews.

Before speaking to a lawyer, you may want to learn more about your legal dilemma. Explore the following helpful external links for more information on Delaware law and practice in Wilmington:

• Delaware Legal Link
• Delaware Supreme Court
• Widener Law Library