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Internal governance issues and the lawsuits that so often accompany them play a large role in our practice.  Especially in the context of corporate transactions, these issues demand deep knowledge of Delaware law and its exacting standards. We counsel directors, officers, and other fiduciaries on their responsibilities, and we defend them, when necessary, in litigation.

In high-stakes litigation, our clients and co-counsel rely on us to help them assess the factual, legal, and logistical complexities. We evaluate the structures and provisions of the deal — many of which have broken new ground in the field — in ways that both anticipate and avoid future litigation.  When lawsuits do in fact threaten the deal, we are adept at resolving them, often in expedited proceedings before the Delaware Court of Chancery.



Chambers Review

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Chancery - Delaware

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What the Team is Known For

Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor is a well-regarded firm that handles the full range of corporate and alternative entity litigation, with a specific focus on M&A disputes and fiduciary duty litigation as well as hostile takeovers and proxy contests. Draws on a bench of high-quality attorneys and expertise in a range of industries, particularly energy. Regularly represents clients on both the defense and plaintiff sides. Further expertise in assisting on matters with notable cross-border elements.

Work Highlights

  • Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor represented Loan Star Funds and some directors of Foundation Building Materials in a shareholder dispute challenging the sale of Foundation Building Materials to American Securities.

Strengths

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They always develop an incredible understanding of the facts and are able to deal with complex nuances in the legal issues.

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They are very knowledgeable about local practice and they are responsive and practical.

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Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor has an encyclopaedic knowledge of Delaware cases and judges and is willing to take on complex and novel legal arguments. 

Chancery respondent
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Their attention to detail, research and writing skills and client relations are beyond reproach.

Chancery respondent
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The Young Conaway team is composed of careful and thoughtful lawyers.

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Notable Practitioners

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David McBride
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David McBride
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Senior Statespeople

David McBride has significant experience acting for directors and shareholders in complex litigation and investigations. He also has extensive understanding of issues arising from M&A.

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Elena Norman
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Elena Norman
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Elena Norman has broad litigation expertise and represents corporate clients including directors and stockholders. She draws recognition for her strength in merger disputes.

She is a fantastic lawyer: knowledgeable, commercial and insightful.

She brings deep expertise and credibility to all she does.

You want Elena in your corner when things are tough; behind that charming and friendly exterior is a brilliant strategist, thoughtful academic and ferocious warrior.

Elena is an outstanding court of chancery litigator. I have complete confidence in her skills and she is incredibly well known and trusted by all members of the court.

Elena Norman is as smart as any defense side litigator in Delaware and clients like her.

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Martin Lessner
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Martin Lessner
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Band 2

Martin Lessner demonstrates experience acting for corporate clients in disputes concerning stockholders, M&A and fiduciary duties. He is well versed in fraud and books and records issues as well.

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C. Barr Flinn
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C. Barr Flinn
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Band 3

Barr Flinn brings his extensive experience to bear in the representation of clients involved in complex corporate governance proceedings. He often acts for special litigation committees.

Barr Flinn is so helpful in talking through strategy.

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Tammy Mercer
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Tammy Mercer
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Band 3

Chair of the corporate litigation practice, Tammy Mercer is particularly noted for her experience in litigating disputes relating to corporate/M&A and noncompetition agreements.

She is an excellent attorney, very smart and thoughtful, attuned to the big picture and the small details.

Tammy is a consummate professional.

Tammy is a highly skilled and wise attorney. She provides exceptional legal advice on high leverage and sophisticated legal issues.

Tammy Mercer is great at devising a strategic approach in Delaware counsel - she is a really great practitioner and a great advocate.

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James Yoch
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James Yoch
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Band 4

James Yoch has broad experience in a variety of substantive areas before the Delaware Court of Chancery that he utilizes in achieving optimal results when a client is faced with a need for a counselor, a litigator or both.

James is a tireless professional.

He is level-headed and presents very well.

James Yoch is a tremendous lawyer who makes inciteful contributions to both the strategy and execution of the representation.

James Yoch is a great lawyer and a great team player. extremely responsive and hard-working and well-known to the judges in Delaware.

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Rolin Bissell
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Rolin Bissell
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Band 4

Rolin Bissell has broad contentious expertise, which includes notable experience in matters including M&A disputes, proxy contests and fiduciary duty challenges. He typically acts for corporations and board members.

Rolin Bissell is a really great guy.

He is really sharp.

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Ryan Newell
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Ryan Newell
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Ryan Newell represents clients in a range of corporate and commercial disputes. He also has significant experience in litigious IP matters.

Ryan is uniquely trusted by the court to help parties facilitate discovery and resolve discovery issues.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP

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Chancery
David McBride
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David McBride
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Senior Statespeople
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Elena Norman
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Elena Norman
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Band 1
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Martin Lessner
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Martin Lessner
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Band 2
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C. Barr Flinn
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C. Barr Flinn
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Band 3
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Tammy Mercer
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Tammy Mercer
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James Yoch
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James Yoch
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Rolin Bissell
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Rolin Bissell
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Ryan Newell
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Ryan Newell
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Members

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Alberto Chávez

Alex Haims

Alyssa Atkisson McKeever

Amanda Pooler

Charles Park

Daniel Kirshenbaum

Elisabeth Bradley

Jack Jacobs

James Yoch, Jr.

Jason Rigby

Jillian Tyson

Kevin Rickert

Lakshmi Muthu

Lauren Fortunato

Liam Reeves

M. Paige Valeski

Makayla Monica

Michael Laukaitis, II

Mike Liu

Nicholas Rohrer

Paul Loughman

Richard Thomas

Sarah Haskins

Skyler Speed

Tammy Mercer

Head of Department

Tanner Jameson

William Johnston

Y. Carson Zhou