Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates, Chancery

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The litigation group in the Wilmington office concentrates on civil litigation at the trial and appellate levels in federal and state courts around the country, with a strong emphasis on Delaware’s renowned Court of Chancery. Wilmington litigators are experienced in a broad range of corporate and securities litigation, including the defense of class and derivative actions, representation of special committees, fiduciary duties of directors, federal and state securities fraud claims, bankruptcy litigation, corporate valuations and statutory appraisals, and insurance acquisition transactions from a litigation as well as regulatory standpoint. Wilmington litigators also have handled many cases outside Delaware, including recent cases in Alabama, Connecticut, Colorado, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Wisconsin.

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Chancery - Delaware

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What the Team is Known For

Skadden possesses a high-quality Delaware team with expertise across the span of corporate and securities disputes, including fiduciary duty litigation. The group draws on a deep bench of attorneys who are experienced both in Delaware and nationally. The firm handles class and derivative actions along with fraud, contract and appraisal disputes. It also advises on litigation arising from M&A and bankruptcies, in addition to related regulatory issues.

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Work Highlights

Skadden represents Activision Blizzard in a shareholder dispute relating to the acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft.

Strengths

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They were able to identify nuances in the client’s circumstances and deliver customized advice in a narrow time frame.

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They pride themselves on customer responsiveness.

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Skadden has masses of experience in Delaware chancery matters and good knowledge of local practices and peculiarities.

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Skadden is best in class, it combines subject matter expertise and deep experience with impressive dedication and personable lawyers.

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They have experts for every aspect of the process including pre-litigation advice that maximizes the client’s positions when litigation occurs.

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They were able to identify nuances in the client’s circumstances and deliver customized advice in a narrow time frame.

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They pride themselves on customer responsiveness.

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Skadden has masses of experience in Delaware chancery matters and good knowledge of local practices and peculiarities.

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Skadden is best in class, it combines subject matter expertise and deep experience with impressive dedication and personable lawyers.

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They have experts for every aspect of the process including pre-litigation advice that maximizes the client’s positions when litigation occurs.

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Notable Practitioners

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Edward Micheletti

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Edward Micheletti offers extensive contentious experience. He acts for an array of corporate clients, frequently within the financial services, entertainment and technology industries.

Ed provided invaluable opinions to ensure our litigation position was as strong as possible, and continued providing his expert advice throughout.

Edward Micheletti is outstanding, he was extremely knowledgeable in the area and very efficient in getting the matters resolved.

He's got an excellent reputation and he lived up to it.

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Paul J. Lockwood

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Paul Lockwood is head of the firm's Wilmington office litigation practice and boasts experience handling securities fraud, breach of contract claims and appraisal actions. He typically acts for directors and large commercial clients.

Paul Lockwood is a very passionate litigation lawyer who knows the dynamics of the Delaware court very well. He knows what he is doing,

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Cliff Gardner

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Cliff Gardner has a burgeoning practice in the space. He typically acts for corporations in litigation relating to M&A and commercial disputes.

Cliff Gardner is a really smart, creative lawyer and a great listener. He is very commercial, very client-focused and is super-responsive.

He is relentless, always pushing, and he is effective.

Cliff is responsive, creative and an excellent partner.

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Jenness Parker

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Jenness Parker is an up-and-coming attorney with considerable expertise as a litigator. She regularly handles complex governance, contractual and securities disputes.

Jenness is fantastic: a true expert who is very thoughtful and strategic.

Jenness is an outstanding attorney. She is responsive, professional and a pleasure to work with.

Jenness Parker has complete mastery of complicated subject matter and she is great both in communicating with clients and in court.

I find Jenness to be a thoughtful, trusted advisor who provides calm, on-point direction in the face of complex, high-stakes litigation.

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Joseph Larkin

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Joseph Larkin is noted for his handling of disputes on behalf of boards of directors and individuals. His strong chancery practice is complemented by his expertise in restructuring.

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