Defending Your Legacy

Uncompromising legal excellence for Fortune 500 companies and high-net-worth individuals. With over 40 years of combined experience, we deliver strategic counsel in your most critical moments.

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Practice Areas

Comprehensive legal services tailored to protect your interests and achieve your objectives.

Corporate Litigation
Complex commercial disputes, shareholder actions, and breach of contract matters.
White Collar Defense
Federal investigations, securities fraud, and regulatory enforcement actions.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Strategic counsel for high-stakes corporate transactions and due diligence.
Regulatory Compliance
Navigate complex regulatory frameworks and ensure full legal compliance.
Trial Advocacy
Aggressive representation in state and federal courts with proven results.
Estate Planning
Sophisticated wealth preservation and legacy planning for UHNW families.
Senior Partner

Meet the Partner

James R. Wellington

Managing Partner | J.D., Yale Law School

With over 25 years of experience in high-stakes litigation and corporate law, James Wellington has built a reputation as one of the nation's most formidable legal advocates. His clients include Fortune 100 corporations, private equity firms, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

Prior to founding Vanguard Legal, James served as lead counsel in landmark cases involving securities litigation, white collar defense, and complex commercial disputes, securing favorable outcomes exceeding $2 billion in value.

A recognized thought leader, James has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Bloomberg Law, and regularly speaks at prestigious legal conferences worldwide.

James R. Wellington

Managing Partner

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Contact Information

Office Location

1250 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020

Phone

(212) 555-0147

Email

contact@vanguardlegal.com

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: By Appointment

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All communications are confidential and protected by attorney-client privilege.