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.

Chambers Review

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Chancery - Delaware

Band 1

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 delivered results that helped 23andMe’s founder Anne Wojcicki regain control of the company as it emerged from bankruptcy.

Strengths

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They are smart, aggressive and willing to take all steps necessary to pursue clients' interests.

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Skadden lawyers have deep legal and practical knowledge and experience. They understand the motives and drivers of litigants and how the court operates.

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They manage to have a very nice balance of advocacy, legal expertise and business acumen.

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USA

They are smart, aggressive and willing to take all steps necessary to pursue clients' interests.

Chancery respondent
USA

Skadden lawyers have deep legal and practical knowledge and experience. They understand the motives and drivers of litigants and how the court operates.

Chancery respondent
USA

They manage to have a very nice balance of advocacy, legal expertise and business acumen.

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USA

Notable Practitioners

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Edward Micheletti

Band 1

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

Edward is very knowledgeable and experienced.

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Paul J. Lockwood

Band 1

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.

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Cliff Gardner

Band 3

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

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Jenness Parker

Band 3

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 a great litigator all around. She is easy to talk to and deal with. Super-responsive and appropriately aggressive.

She is a great person, advisor, litigator and strategist. She is very well thought of, well liked and her judgment is extraordinary.

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Joseph Larkin

Band 3

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.

Joseph is a terrific litigator. He is very knowledgeable and accessible.

Joe brought an extreme clarity of thought to the table. He is an excellent litigator.

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