Kelsey Quigley

Administrative / Regulatory Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Palo Alto, California

8+ years experience

Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

650-858-6000

https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/people/kelsey-quigley

2600 El Camino Real, Suite 400, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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Bio

Kelsey Quigley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Securities.Kelsey, who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kelsey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kelsey Quigley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Securities.Kelsey, who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kelsey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kelsey Quigley is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Litigation - Securities. Kelsey, who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kelsey is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Administrative / Regulatory Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Administrative / Regulatory Law
Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Recognized: Litigation - Securities

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 2017

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Reviews

Thomas Evans

3 months ago

A Strategic and Unflappable Advocate in a Complex Regulatory Investigation

When our tech startup faced a daunting, multi-agency regulatory inquiry that threatened to derail our funding round, we turned to Kelsey Quigley at WilmerHale. From our first meeting in her Palo Alto office, her command of the intricate intersection of administrative law and commercial litigation was evident. Kelsey didn't just react to the investigation; she developed a proactive, strategic defense that addressed both the immediate regulatory concerns and the underlying commercial realities we faced. Her background in white-collar defense was crucial in navigating the enforcement posture of the agencies involved. She managed a high-pressure situation with remarkable calm, translating complex legal jargon into clear business risks for our board. The result was a favorable resolution that allowed us to close our Series B on schedule, a testament to her skill. Her recognition by Best Lawyers is well-deserved. Kelsey is more than a brilliant attorney; she's a trusted advisor who protects her clients with both deep expertise and genuine understanding of their operational landscape.