For 150 years, Womble Bond Dickinson has been forging new frontiers.
We don’t wait for change. We help clients get ahead of it by accelerating progress, pushing beyond boundaries, and leading with confidence.
That’s what this milestone for our law firm represents and why it matters for where you’re headed next.
Built to Last. Built to Lead.
From principled stands in pivotal moments to landmark legal successes to devoted client work spanning generations, these stories reveal who we are. Not just where we've been, but how we think, lead, and show up when it matters most.
As AI reshapes how legal work is delivered and valued, the firms that thrive won't be the ones that abandon their identity—they'll be the ones that evolve without losing it. Discover how 150 years of legal heritage is fueling Womble Bond Dickinson's next chapter of innovation, from our Chair & CEO Merrick Benn.
The story of 150 years, from two rooms to two continents, is not only a record of growth. It reflects purpose: a consistent commitment to evolving alongside clients, investing in innovation, and delivering trusted counsel in moments that matter.
Read more about our 150 years of growth and forging new frontiers here.
Innovation isn’t a new concept at Womble Bond Dickinson. It’s a value ingrained in the firm’s culture, a Day One commitment to meet clients not only where they are, but where they are going.
We’ve all seen police dramas on TV where the episode ends with an officer telling the suspect, “You have the right to remain silent….” But such rights haven’t been guaranteed for much of America’s existence.
Read more about the driving forces behind the Miranda v. Arizona case here.
Voices of 150 Years
Sit down with the people who know this firm best: its leaders, long-tenured attorneys, and the clients whose most important moments we've shared. Each conversation is a window into what longevity, adaptability, and service look like in practice. New stories are added regularly, so check back as the collection grows.
Twenty years is a long time — and Chris Douglas has stories to tell. Chief Recruiting Officer Lori Patton sits down with partner Chris Douglas to talk about what it really looks like to grow with a firm: from her early days in litigation to stepping into a leadership role she's made entirely her own. If you've ever wondered how curiosity can shape a career, this one's for you.
Read Chris' story here or listen below.
What does it mean to lead with purpose in a growing community? In this episode, Vice Chair Ken Van Winkle reflects on his tenure as Chair of Greater Phoenix Leadership and shares how trust, consensus-building, and a shared vision can align diverse leaders around complex regional challenges.
Read Ken's insights here or listen below.
It started as a backyard get-together. Now, "Ode to Otha" brings more than a thousand people together each year to fight food insecurity in Middle Tennessee. Bill Ramsey shares the story behind the event's remarkable growth, and offers a simple but powerful reminder that showing up for your community is where leadership really begins.
Read Bill's story here or listen below.
Life lessons come in unusual packages, especially for people willing to learn. Sarah Motley Stone shares the life lessons she learned throughout her life and career, pivoting her perspectives, and accepting that you don't always have all the answers.
Read Sarah's story here or listen below.
150 Years of Forward Momentum
And still moving.
Because for our clients, what matters isn’t where you’ve been, it’s where you’re going next.
