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Connolly Gallagher LLP

Labor & Employment

USA Guide 2026 : Delaware


Connolly Gallagher LLP

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The firm provides counseling and litigation services to clients before administrative bodies, state and federal courts, and representation in arbitration and mediation proceedings. Its representation of public and private clients in labor matters involves collective bargaining, contract administration, bargaining unit elections, arbitration, all phases of labor board proceedings, and related litigation. The firm’s client commitment is complimented by the attorney’s courtroom experience. Matt Boyer is a Special master, Delaware Superior Court in cases pending in its Complex Commercial Litigation Division.

•    Represented defendant in Rumanek v. Independent School Management, Inc. An on-going litigation regarding multiple employment laws – first prevailing in part on summary judgment in federal court, then prevailing in full at jury trial, then defeating post-trial motions, then prevailing in defeating appeal to the Third Circuit.
•    Represents a large marine infrastructure contractor in a complex commercial and regulatory litigation, arising out of an industrial construction project at the Port of Wilmington, Delaware. This ongoing matter involves a Delaware Prevailing Wage enforcement action by the Delaware Department of Labor against all contractors on the project, with significant potential liabilities. 

Key Clients: Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation, Independent School Management, South Jersey Industries, Inc.

Clients (3)

  • Dentsply International
  • Independent School Management Inc.
  • City of Wilmington

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Labor & Employment - Delaware

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Connolly Gallagher LLP possesses a noteworthy group with a respected practice representing both plaintiffs and defendants in age, sex and disability discrimination lawsuits. The firm regularly appears in proceedings before both state and federal courts, in addition to advising on arbitration and mediation matters. It assists clients with collective bargaining, non-compete disputes and misappropriation of trade secrets cases. The team also provides compliance counselling to ensure employer policies are in line with state and federal regulations.

Work Highlights

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  • Connolly Gallagher represented South Jersey Industries and Elizabethtown Gas in its collective bargaining, labor relations and employment matters, including a comprehensive employment and HR management policy review.

Strengths

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  • The firm is knowledgeable, accessible, efficient and transparent. They are well versed in employment law.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Connolly Gallagher is always responsive and considerate. This creates an immediate atmosphere of trust and confidence for us.

    Labor & Employment respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Aaron Shapiro
    Band 2Aaron Shapiro

    Aaron Shapiro

    Aaron Shapiro undertakes labor and employment matters for clients in the public and private sectors. He is especially adept at traditional labor mandates, including collective bargaining negotiations.

  • Band 2Timothy M. Holly
    Band 2Timothy M. Holly

    Timothy M. Holly

    As co-chair of Connolly Gallagher LLP's labor and employment group, Timothy Holly regularly advises companies and education providers on a wide variety of matters, including the defence of discrimination and harassment suits. He often represents clients in both state and federal court.

    • Attorney Holley has demonstrated an immense amount of knowledge and skill, while providing an experience that is above and beyond that of other peers.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA
  • Band 3Lauren DeLuca
    Band 3Lauren DeLuca

    Lauren DeLuca

    Lauren DeLuca has an impressive labour and employment practice, which sees her represent management in complex litigation and administrative agency investigations.

  • Band 3Matthew Boyer
    Band 3Matthew Boyer

    Matthew Boyer

    Matthew Boyer is well regarded for his work representing clients across a range of employment disputes and often handles cases on both the employer and employee side. He co-chairs the labour and employment practice at Connolly Gallagher LLP.

    • Matthew is a thoughtful and careful practitioner.

      Labor & Employment respondentUSA

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