USA Guide 2026 : Delaware
Ranked Individuals
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Ashby & Geddes is a respected team with a strong track record in the Court of Chancery serving as lead and local counsel. Its areas of strength include M&A litigation, fiduciary duty cases and proxy contests. The firm also handles statutory appraisal proceedings under Delaware General Corporation Law. It is often called upon to represent boards of directors, stockholders and CEOs, with experience of both plaintiff and defendant-side work.
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Ashby & Geddes served as Delaware counsel on behalf of an investor in a healthcare industry start-up, actively litigating securities fraud and breach of fiduciary duty claims against the company and its controllers.
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My experience is that the lawyers we team up with are knowledgeable about subject matter, have solid professional relationships with the judiciary, staff, and opposing counsel, and the combination of which provides us with insights that often allow for better decision-making.
A&G displays extraordinary diligence.
The firm has an excellent knowledge of and experience with the Delaware judges, both state and federal.
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Stephen Jenkins draws particular praise for his handling of appraisal actions, fiduciary duty disputes and corporate governance concerns.
Mr. Jenkins is a leader in the field.
Catherine Gaul is a respected litigator in the Delaware market. She has well-rounded knowledge and offers particular skill in the handling of breach of fiduciary duty and contract disputes.
Philip Trainer acts on behalf of both companies and individuals in complex litigation including breach of fiduciary duty claims and valuation disputes.
He is intimately familiar with the court systems, judges, and staff, and how they operate. He has a high level of judgment when it comes to strategy and courtroom presentations.
Chancery
Chancery
Chancery
Chancery: Mainly Plaintiff
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