Despite a drop in fresh bankruptcy filings in Delaware, three law firms have launched three new Wilmington offices since the start of 2026, predicting a busy second half of the year given ongoing geopolitical turmoil and economic uncertainty.

Am Law Second Hundred and midsize firms Ice Miller, Connell Foley, and Lowenstein Sandler have all opened Delaware offices since the start of 2026 with the help of lateral bankruptcy partners, while other firms, including Akerman and FBT Gibbons, have added on partners in litigation and IP practices.

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