Atty. Brian A Sullivan
Mr. Sullivan has practiced law in Delaware for more than 30 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Wilmington, DE · 45+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Brian A Sullivan at a Glance
Brian A Sullivan is a Managing Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Werb & Sullivan. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and franchise. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1981) and U.S. District Court, District of Delaware (1981). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1981) and Gettysburg College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Delaware State (Member: Corporation, Real Property, Estate and Trust Law Sections) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian A Sullivan
- Mr. Sullivan has practiced law in Delaware for more than 30 years
- He is skilled and highly competent in the art of negotiation
- While preferring to keep his clients out of court, he is also a seasoned, experienced, and hard hitting litigator in all State and Federal Courts in the State of Delaware and nearby jurisdictions
- He represents individuals, businesses and institutions in various areas, including litigation in all State and Federal Courts, Delaware bankruptcy, corporate reorganization, business and corporate law, real property, preference actions, fraudulent transfer actions, lien priority actions, business set-ups and wind-downs, business transactions, including purchase and sale of businesses and real estate, asset protection, estate planning and administration
- He is also experienced in motions for relief from stay in serious personal injury actions, and represents landlords and tenants, including assumption, assignment and lease rejection issues
- Mr. Sullivan serves as a court appointed U.S
- District Court Mediator for the District of Delaware as well as Mediator for U.S
- Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware
- In 2013 Mr. Sullivan had the honor of being appointed Special Assistant Deputy Attorney General to assist in enforcing certain environmental laws involving industrial discharge and pollution of rivers
- Mr. Sullivan has also served as Trustee for a substantial number of trusts
Practice Areas Explained
Brian A Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian A Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wilmington.
Business & Corporate Law in Wilmington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian A Sullivan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Delaware →
Real Estate Law in Wilmington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Brian A Sullivan is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Delaware →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Wilmington
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Brian A Sullivan is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Delaware →
Foreclosure Defense in Wilmington
Brian A Sullivan is one of 14,094 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Delaware →
Franchise Law in Wilmington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wilmington
Practicing law in Delaware. Legal matters in Delaware are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Delaware state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Delaware brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Delaware courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Wilmington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wilmington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Wilmington Choose Brian A Sullivan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian A Sullivan's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and franchise.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian A Sullivan brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Delaware and U.S. District Court, District of Delaware, Brian A Sullivan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Brian A Sullivan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wilmington
A Wilmington-based practice means Brian A Sullivan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian A Sullivan Handles in Wilmington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian A Sullivan has experience with under Delaware law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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