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Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP

Corporate/M&A & Alternative Entities

USA Guide 2026 : Delaware


Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP

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Alternative Entity Counseling

The lawyers in our alternative entity counseling practice specialize in Delaware law governing limited liability companies, partnerships, limited partnerships, statutory trusts and other entities that are not organized as corporations.  Our lawyers have been in the forefront of drafting and updating Delaware’s statutes governing the formation and operation of alternative entities - considered to be the most advanced in the nation.

Corporate Counseling

Morris Nichols has for decades, and continues today, to play an important role in the development and evolution of Delaware corporate law. Our lawyers offer unparalleled legal advice to publicly traded and privately held corporations and their boards of directors and officers. We also advise international law firms, in-house counsel, and private equity and venture capital investors.

Our practice focuses on issues of corporate governance and those that are more transactional in nature, including advice concerning mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, financings and other complex transactions. Our work ranges from suggesting simple solutions based on our Delaware experience to providing formal legal opinions to designing and structuring complex transactions for businesses and investors throughout the world. We also regularly serve as special counsel to boards of directors and board committees, particularly in situations involving potential conflicts of interest.



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Corporate/M&A & Alternative Entities - Delaware

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP is an exceptional firm with a strong bench that provides the full range of commercial services, with particular strength in working on alternative entity matters. The firm provides strong counsel on M&A, fund formation work and corporate litigation. It possesses experience in matters involving master limited partnerships, as well as advising prominent private equity, hedge and mutual funds. It also plays an important role in drafting and updating Delaware's alternative entities statutes.

Work Highlights

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  • Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell represented LoveFrom in its acquisition by OpenAI.

Strengths

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  • They provide practical advice and are creative, innovative and willing to take reasoned, calculated risks.

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  • They possess an intimate knowledge of not just the laws but the judicial and legislative aspects of complex issues.

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  • The firm is extremely commercial and responsive.

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  • The depth of knowledge at MNAT is impressive, and they are very efficient and practical.

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  • They have clear expertise and an up-to-date understanding of DE law. They provide clarity of strategic thought and communication.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Eric S Klinger-Wilensky
    Band 1Eric S Klinger-Wilensky

    Eric S Klinger-Wilensky

    Eric Klinger-Wilensky is a corporate practitioner with broad transactional experience. He also advises on governance issues.

    • Eric is exceptional to work with, professionally and personally.

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    • He is exceptionally knowledgeable, responsive and effective.

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    • Eric fully explained the process and provided exceptional service.

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    • He has a great understanding of and experience with Delaware statutory changes and implications.

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  • Band 1Louis G Hering
    Band 1Louis G Hering

    Louis G Hering

    Louis Hering is highly regarded for his corporate practice and offers expertise in transactions involving structures such as MLPs and limited partnerships.

  • Band 2Patricia O Vella
    Band 2Patricia O Vella

    Patricia O Vella

    Patricia Vella acts on a broad spectrum of corporate matters. These include transactional work with household-name clients.

    • Patricia always delivers practical advice based on her deep knowledge of Delaware law and is extremely responsive.

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    • She is a fantastic lawyer dedicated to reaching creative solutions for her clients.

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    • She provides very strong guidance and is very responsive.

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    • Tricia was terrific to work with, knowledgeable and practical.

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  • Band 2Tarik J Haskins
    Band 2Tarik J Haskins

    Tarik J Haskins

    Tarik Haskins is a respected attorney best known for his work with alternative entities. He regularly advises companies on the Delaware elements of M&A.

    • Tarik is responsive, available and has an in-depth knowledge of the law. Most importantly, he knows how to think about the law from a practical business perspective.

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    • He is my first call on all DE matters.

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  • Band 3Jeffrey R Wolters
    Band 3Jeffrey R Wolters

    Jeffrey R Wolters

    Jeffrey Wolters is regularly sought out for his experience in high-value transactions and has notable expertise in handling cross-border matters.

    • Jeff always provides actionable suggestions in tight timeframes.

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    • Jeffrey is the only one we go to. His expertise is deep, nuanced and updated.

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  • Band 3Melissa DiVincenzo
    Band 3Melissa DiVincenzo

    Melissa DiVincenzo

    Melissa DiVincenzo is a well-regarded corporate practitioner with a broad practice, which includes M&A, IPOs and financings. She is noted for her expertise in Delaware law.

    • She provides practical corporate application of Delaware principles and has the ability to generate strong and enforceable Delaware law provisions well-suited for the commercial needs at hand.

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    • Melissa consistently delivers top-notch service that is tailored to the business imperative.

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