USA Guide 2026 : Delaware
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The Delaware Court of Chancery is the preeminent state court in the nation for the adjudication of corporate matters, given Delaware’s reputation as a forum of choice for incorporations and the creation of alternative business entities such as limited liability companies, statutory trusts, and limited partnerships.
Bayard Corporate Litigation attorneys:
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Bayard has a reputation for excellence in the Delaware corporate litigation Bar. Handles a range of cases including contests for corporate control, challenges to M&A and stockholder class and derivative actions. The firm is experienced acting in both lead and Delaware counsel roles. It acts on behalf of trusts, limited partnerships and LLCs, along with other business entities from a broad range of industries.
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Bayard represented G. Michael Sievert, the CEO of T-Mobile, in a class and derivative action arising out of a series of agreements effectuated in relation to the T-Mobile and Sprint merger.
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Bayard provides top-notch Delaware litigation services at a scale that allows it to be nimble.
Bayard punches well above its weight.
Bayard has a deep understanding of the rules and local practices. It takes a practical approach to solving problems.
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Brett McCartney is held in high regard and is respected for his ability to handle matters related to fiduciary duties and alternative entity disputes.
He is extremely responsive and professional. He has great insight into local matters.
Brett is optimistic and aggressive.
Brett is the real deal.
Practice group co-chair Peter Ladig has a wealth of knowledge in corporate litigation. His experience includes access to books and records requests and breach of fiduciary duty claims.
Peter led the team and was on top of the issues and had a deep understanding of the law.
Stephen Brauerman offers extensive experience acting in complex disputes before the Court of Chancery. He handles a range of commercial disputes, including breach of fiduciary duty actions, contract disputes and IP concerns.
Steve has been my go-to DE counsel for long.
Steve is phenomenal in court, just a fantastic trial attorney.
As cochair of Bayard's litigation group, Jason Jowers has a wealth of expertise in a wide range of Delaware corporate and alternative entity suits.
Jason is a smart, no-nonsense, methodical strategist.
Chancery
Head of Chancery
Chancery
Chancery
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Ian D. McCauley
Justin C. Barrett
Thad J. Bracegirdle
Elizabeth A. Powers
Jason C. Jowers
Head of Department
Brett M. McCartney
Sarah Andrade
Joshua Tufts
Rachel Tunney
Abraham Schneider
Emily Skaug
Michael Walter
Brett McCartney
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