Sydney E. Donovan

Competent on the legal work, but communication was inconsistent

I engaged Sydney Donovan at Wilmer Hale in Denver to handle a complex software licensing dispute that had both commercial and intellectual property implications. Given her recognition in both Commercial Litigation and Litigation - IP by Best Lawyers, I felt confident in her technical expertise. The legal strategy she developed was sound, and her analysis of the contract terms and potential IP infringement claims was thorough. She clearly knows the law and the Denver legal landscape well. However, the experience was a mixed bag. While the substantive work was good, communication was often slower than I expected. There were periods where I had to follow up multiple times for updates, and responses sometimes felt templated rather than directly addressing my specific concerns. The billing, while in line with a firm of this caliber, felt steep for the level of client service I received. Sydney is undoubtedly a sharp attorney who graduated from the University of Denver and can handle complex matters, but the overall client experience felt more transactional than collaborative. For straightforward legal outcomes, she is capable, but if you prioritize consistent, proactive communication, you may need to set very clear expectations from the outset.