10/01/2025
Bayard, P.A., Earns Recertification in Meritas, the Premier Global Network of Independent Law Firms
Wilmington, DE, October 1, 2025 – Bayard, P.A., a Wilmington, DE-based law firm, announced that it has been awarded recertification in Meritas, the premier global alliance of independent business law firms. Bayard joined Meritas in 1990 and, as a condition of its membership, is required to successfully complete recertification every three years based on a rigorous review of its commitment to quality standards and exceptional client service.
“Our commitment to quality aligns with the Meritas mission to give clients peace of mind when working with their highly vetted member firms,” said GianClaudio Finizio, a director at Bayard and the Firm’s main Meritas contact. “We’ve successfully collaborated with colleagues around the world to solve our clients’ issues and help them enter and expand into new markets and industries. We look forward to keeping those vital connections strong through membership in Meritas.”
Meritas is the only law firm alliance with an established and comprehensive means of monitoring the quality of its member firms, a process that saves clients time by prequalifying law firm credentials and experience. Meritas membership is selective and by invitation only. Firms are regularly assessed and recertified for the breadth of their practice expertise, client satisfaction, and high levels of cybersecurity to keep legal information safe. Meritas’ extensive due diligence process ensures that only firms meeting the tenets of Meritas’ unique quality assurance program are allowed to retain membership. The measurement of the firm’s performance, based on input from clients and peers, is reflected in a satisfaction index score, which is available online at Meritas.org.
“Businesses trust the strong quality of our member firms and recognize our extensive collective capabilities. Meritas is easy to work with – clients tap into any member firm and access responsive, on-the-ground expertise in markets important to their success,” said Sona Pancholy, president of Meritas. Bayard has demonstrated these world-class legal standards and we’re thrilled to have them continue their alliance with Meritas.”
About Bayard, P.A.
Bayard, P.A. is a commercial law firm that also provides personal legal services. The firm combines the experience in complex legal transactions and litigation found in larger firms with the accessibility and personal attention typical of smaller firms. The firm’s mission is to understand its clients’ business or personal legal challenges without the inefficiencies associated with multiple layers of professionals. Bayard is committed to its clients’ success through innovative approaches to their most demanding business and legal challenges.
About Meritas
Meritas’ global alliance of independent, market-leading law firms provides borderless legal services to companies looking to effectively capture opportunities and solve issues anywhere in the world. Companies benefit from local knowledge, collective strength and new efficiencies when they work with Meritas law firms. The personal attention and care they experience is part of Meritas’ industry-first commitment to the utmost in quality of service and putting client priorities above all else. Founded in 1990, Meritas has member firms in more than 240 markets worldwide with nearly 8,500 dedicated, collaborative lawyers. To locate a Meritas resource for a specific need or in a certain market, visit Meritas.org or call +1-612 339-8680.
“Our commitment to quality aligns with the Meritas mission to give clients peace of mind when working with their highly vetted member firms,” said GianClaudio Finizio, a director at Bayard and the Firm’s main Meritas contact. “We’ve successfully collaborated with colleagues around the world to solve our clients’ issues and help them enter and expand into new markets and industries. We look forward to keeping those vital connections strong through membership in Meritas.”
Meritas is the only law firm alliance with an established and comprehensive means of monitoring the quality of its member firms, a process that saves clients time by prequalifying law firm credentials and experience. Meritas membership is selective and by invitation only. Firms are regularly assessed and recertified for the breadth of their practice expertise, client satisfaction, and high levels of cybersecurity to keep legal information safe. Meritas’ extensive due diligence process ensures that only firms meeting the tenets of Meritas’ unique quality assurance program are allowed to retain membership. The measurement of the firm’s performance, based on input from clients and peers, is reflected in a satisfaction index score, which is available online at Meritas.org.
“Businesses trust the strong quality of our member firms and recognize our extensive collective capabilities. Meritas is easy to work with – clients tap into any member firm and access responsive, on-the-ground expertise in markets important to their success,” said Sona Pancholy, president of Meritas. Bayard has demonstrated these world-class legal standards and we’re thrilled to have them continue their alliance with Meritas.”
About Bayard, P.A.
Bayard, P.A. is a commercial law firm that also provides personal legal services. The firm combines the experience in complex legal transactions and litigation found in larger firms with the accessibility and personal attention typical of smaller firms. The firm’s mission is to understand its clients’ business or personal legal challenges without the inefficiencies associated with multiple layers of professionals. Bayard is committed to its clients’ success through innovative approaches to their most demanding business and legal challenges.
About Meritas
Meritas’ global alliance of independent, market-leading law firms provides borderless legal services to companies looking to effectively capture opportunities and solve issues anywhere in the world. Companies benefit from local knowledge, collective strength and new efficiencies when they work with Meritas law firms. The personal attention and care they experience is part of Meritas’ industry-first commitment to the utmost in quality of service and putting client priorities above all else. Founded in 1990, Meritas has member firms in more than 240 markets worldwide with nearly 8,500 dedicated, collaborative lawyers. To locate a Meritas resource for a specific need or in a certain market, visit Meritas.org or call +1-612 339-8680.