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John P. DiTomo

John P. DiTomo

USA 2026

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John is a trial lawyer with nearly two decades of experience representing boards of directors, investors, and Fortune 500 companies in cases involving corporate governance issues, mergers and acquisitions, and stockholders’ rights.

John’s practice puts him at the forefront of the major M&A cases litigated in the Delaware Court of Chancery and the Delaware Supreme Court. He also has significant experience litigating cases in the Complex Commercial Litigation Division (CCLD) of the Delaware Superior Court.

John leverages his deep knowledge of Delaware law and finance to craft solutions for his clients. He brings impressive experience on high-profile cases, including, Politan v. Masimo, West Palm Beach Firefighters’ Pension Fund v. Moelis & Company, and In re Match Group, Inc. Stockholder Litigation that involved consequential developments in Delaware law. Some of John’s recent trial victories include a case involving board control and an activist investor, and a first-of-its-kind case in the venture capital space.

Outside of the courtroom, John serves on the Delaware Court of Chancery Rules Committee and the Board of Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania Institute for Law and Economics.

Career

Law Clerk to the Honorable William B. Chandler III, Chancellor, Delaware Court of Chancery

Professional Memberships

Delaware Board of Bar Examiners (appointed by Delaware Supreme Court, 2018-2024); Delaware Court of Chancery Rules Committee (chair); Delaware State Bar Association; University of Pennsylvania Institute for Law and Economics (Board of Trustees)

Publications

Coauthor, “Thirty Years Later – Why Corporations Continue to Choose Delaware: General Perspectives and Thoughts on 2025 DGCL Amendments,” The Corporate Governance Advisor (July/August 2025)

Coauthor, “Litigating Appraisal Actions: Key Issues and Considerations,” Practical Law (October 2024)

Education

University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School

JD

The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania

Certificate of Study in Business Economics and Public Policy

Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

BA

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Strengths

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  • He is an excellent litigator, responsive and a good writer.

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  • John is very smart and experienced. I value his opinions and experience very highly.

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  • John is my go-to on all types of sophisticated litigation disputes. He is court-smart and a strong tactician. He is also well respected by his peers and the decision-makers.

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  • John is a great partner to have in Delaware. He's always available to help and provides excellent advice to our joint clients. He is my go-to person when we have needs in Delaware chancery.

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