Ken Nachbar’s practice focuses on cases involving mergers and acquisitions, control contests, shareholder class and derivative actions, and contractual disputes. He advises corporate clients and boards of directors with respect to litigation and transactional matters including structuring of corporate transactions, defensive mechanisms and representation of special negotiating committees and special litigation committees.

As both lead and co-counsel, Ken has litigated many of the seminal cases involving Delaware corporate law for clients such as The Dow Chemical Company, Facebook, Inc., Barclay’s Bank Delaware, FedEx Corporation, Oracle Corporation, Allergan, Inc., Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. and KFC Corporation, as well as many private companies. Ken has also advised special committees of the boards of companies such as Ralph Lauren Corporation, TripAdvisor, Inc., Massey Corporation and MoneyGram International, Inc.

Ken is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. Chambers USA has listed Ken in its top band for Delaware Court of Chancery since its inception (2002-2020). Clients and peers describe him as “a terrific Chancery Court lawyer” who has a “tremendous effect on the courts in Delaware.” He “has the rare combination of a substantive command of the law and the ability to get up there and effectively argue cases.” “You know you must bring your ‘A’ game when you are against him.”

Honors

Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Ranked Band 1 in Delaware for Chancery work (2007-2020)
The Legal 500 US, Ranked among top M&A litigation attorneys in the United States (Leading Lawyer 2014-2019; Hall of Fame 2020)
Benchmark Litigation, Named a Delaware “Litigation Star” in general commercial area (2013-2019)
The Best Lawyers in America, Listed in various categories, including commercial and M&A litigation (2006-2021); Designated Delaware “Lawyer of the Year” for bet-the-company litigation (2015, 2018, 2021)
Lawdragon Magazine, 500 Leading Lawyers in America
Delaware Super Lawyers, Selected for inclusion in mergers and acquisitions (2007-2020) and listed among the “Top 10” Delaware attorneys with highest point totals (2020)
Who’s Who Legal, Listed among top corporate attorneys (2014-2020)

Professional Activities

American College of Trial Lawyers (Fellow)
American Bar Association
Delaware Board on Certified Court Reporters (Former Chairman)
Delaware State Bar Association
U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware (Former member, Rules Committee)

Representative Matters

Successfully argued motion to dismiss stockholder merger challenge. Nicholas Olenik v. Frank A. Lodzinski, et al., C.A. No. 2017-0414-JRS (Del. Ch. July 20, 2018)
As lead counsel, obtained judgment on the pleadings in favor of stockholders entitled to earnout payments under a merger agreement, and successfully defended that judgment on a subsequent appeal. Greenstar IH Rep LLC v. Tutor Perini Corp., 2017 WL 5035567 (Del. Ch. Oct. 31, 2017), aff’d, 2018 WL 2186582 (Del. May 18, 2018)
As lead counsel, successfully defended Invenergy Wind LLC in a $126 million breach of contract claim. Leaf Invenergy Company v. Invenergy Wind LLC, 2018 WL 1882746 (Del. Ch. Apr. 19, 2018)
Secured a favorable decision on behalf of the Zohar Companies in a highly contentious action involving the disputed ownership of the companies’ stock. Zohar II 2005-1, Ltd v. FSAR Holdings, 2017 WL 5956877 (Del. Ch., Nov. 30, 2017)
Successfully argued a motion to dismiss a derivative action against the directors of Duke Energy Corporation alleging that the directors acted improperly and caused Duke to suffer fines and other regulatory consequences as a result of a significant environmental incident in which coal ash entered the Dan River in North Carolina, and successfully defended a subsequent appeal. In re Duke Energy Corporation Coal Ash Deriv. Litig., 2017 WL 5256305 (Del. Ch. Dec. 8, 2016), aff’d 177 A.3d 47 (Del. 2017)
Successfully argued a motion to dismiss derivative claims accusing United Parcel Service Inc. directors of faulty oversight that led to an alleged scheme to haul untaxed cigarettes. Horman v. Abney, 2017 WL 242571 (Del. Ch., Jan. 19, 2017)
Successfully argued for dismissal of a claim of “wrongful refusal” of a Rule 23.1 demand. Friedman v. Maffei, 2016 WL 1555331 (Del. Ch. Apr. 13, 2016)
As lead counsel, successfully represented plaintiff in an appraisal/unfair dealing case, obtaining a judgment that was more than double the value advocated by defendants. Owen v. Cannon, 2015 WL 3819204 (Del. Ch. June 17, 2015)
Argued the insurers’ appeal of a several hundred million dollar asbestos coverage dispute, successfully obtaining certification to the NY Court of Appeals of a threshold issue on which the trial court had ruled against the insurers. In re Viking Pump, Inc., 2015 WL 3618924 (Del. June 10, 2015)
Successfully argued threshold motions in connection with plaintiffs’ complaint seeking mandatory redemption of preferred stock. TCV VI, L.P. v. TradingScreen Inc., 2015 WL 1598045 (Del. Ch. February 26, 2015)
Successfully represented The Men’s Wearhouse in expedited litigation, leading to its acquisition of Jos. A Bank Clothiers, Inc. The Men’s Wearhouse, Inc. v. Wildrick, et al., Del. Ch. No. 9383
As lead counsel, successfully tried a case involving control of a public company, Biolase Inc., and successfully defended the trial court’s decision on appeal. Biolase, Inc. v. Oracle Partners, L.P., 97 A.3d 1029 (Del. 2014)
Successfully argued the first Delaware case upholding a forum selection bylaw. Boilermakers Local 154 Retirement Fund v. Chevron Corp., 73 A.3d 934 (Del. Ch. 2013)
Successfully represented Allergan, Inc., and its directors in procuring the dismissal of derivative litigation. Pyott v. Louisiana Mun. Police Employees’ Retirement System, 74 A.3d 612 (Del. 2013)
As co-lead counsel, advised Air Products in connection with a $7 billion takeover transaction, including trial of an action challenging the defensive tactics of the board of directors of Airgas and defense of an action by Airgas challenging certain bylaw amendments proposed by Air Products. Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. v. Airgas, Inc., 2010 WL 3960599 (Del. Ch.)
As lead counsel for the outside directors of Barnes & Noble, Inc. successfully defended through trial an action brought by an 18 percent stockholder seeking to invalidate Barnes & Noble’s rights plan. Yucaipa American Alliance Fund II, L.P. v. Riggio, 1 A.3d 310 (Del. Ch. 2010)
As lead counsel for the major sports leagues and the NCAA, successfully challenged Delaware’s proposed sports betting scheme. Office of the Commissioner of Baseball v. Markell, 579 F. 3d. 293 (3d Cir. 2009)
As lead Delaware counsel, successfully obtained summary judgment in favor of Dow on a contract claim and in defense of $700 million counterclaim. Dow Chemical Canada v. HRD Corp., 656 F. Supp. 2d 427 (D. Del 2009)
Successfully defended the acquiror against preliminary injunction motion challenging a proposed $4 billion going-private merger. In re Lear Corp. Shareholders Litig., 926 A.2d 94 (Del. Ch. 2007)
Successfully defended acquiror in trial seeking specific performance of a merger agreement. Frontier Oil Corp. v. Holly Corp., 2005 WL 1039027 (Del. Ch. 2005)
Successfully argued and obtained summary judgment in favor of Larry Ellison in $900 million insider trading case. In re Oracle Corp. Deriv. Litig., 867 A.2d 904 (Del. Ch. 2004)

News

31 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2021

8.20.2020 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Commercial, Corporate & Business Litigation, Corporate Counseling, Intellectual Property Litigation, Trusts, Estates & Tax
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Joseph C. Barsalona II, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Thomas W. Briggs Jr., Lucinda C. Cucuzzella, Donna L. Culver, Alexandra M. Cumings, Robert J. Dehney, Melissa A. DiVincenzo, Todd A. Flubacher, Sara A. Gelsinger, Thomas C. Grimm, David A. Harris, Louis G. Hering, James D. Honaker, Michael Houghton, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, Andrew M. Johnston, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, Tamara K. Mann, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Curtis S. Miller, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Lauren K. Neal, Donald F. Parsons Jr., Kyle A. Pinder, Thomas R. Pulsifer, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr., Eric D. Schwartz, Zi-Xiang Shen, Rodger D. Smith II, David J. Teklits, Jeremy A. Tigan, Patricia O. Vella, Susan Wood Waesco, Thomas P. Will, Jeffrey R. Wolters

Wilmington, DE (August 20, 2020) – Thirty-one Morris Nichols attorneys were recognized in the 2021 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 67,000 eligible attorneys. Five Morris Nichols attorneys received “Lawyer of the Year” designations (noted with an asterisk below). This... Continue Reading

The Legal 500 Identifies Morris Nichols Among Leading U.S. Law Firms for M&A

Wilmington, DE (June 10, 2020) – The Legal 500 United States today released its 2020 edition, ranking Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP in its nationwide guide to the foremost law firms in the United States. Legal 500 sources report, “The firm has a great reputation and the attorneys are respected for the results they obtain in... Continue Reading

14 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2020 Delaware Super Lawyers

5.28.2020 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Corporate & Business Litigation, Corporate Counseling, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Alexandra M. Cumings, Robert J. Dehney, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, Andrew M. Johnston, William M. Lafferty, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Kenneth J. Nachbar, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr., Rodger D. Smith II, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (May 28, 2020) – Fourteen Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion in 2020 Delaware Super Lawyers. Ken Nachbar and Bill Lafferty appear on the “Top 10” list recognizing the Delaware lawyers who received the highest point totals – with Bill designated as the “Number One” attorney on the Top 10. In... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2020 Ranks Morris Nichols Band 1 in Four Delaware Practices; 24 Morris Nichols Attorneys Recognized Among Leading Delaware Practitioners

Wilmington, DE (April 23, 2020) – Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP appears in the top tier in four Delaware practice categories in the 2020 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business released today. The prestigious Chambers guide has consistently ranked Morris Nichols as a Band 1 law firm for Delaware... Continue Reading

Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Morris Nichols Delaware Litigation Presence in 2020 Guide

9.25.2019 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Kevin M. Coen, Robert J. Dehney, William M. Lafferty, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Ryan D. Stottmann, David J. Teklits, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (September 25, 2019) – The 2020 edition of Benchmark Litigation’s guide to the leading U.S. litigation law firms again recognizes Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP in the top “Highly Recommended” band for Delaware law firms. The guide notes that Morris Nichols “has established itself as one of the most respected... Continue Reading

35 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2020

Wilmington, DE (August 15, 2019) – Thirty-five Morris Nichols attorneys were selected for inclusion in the 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 94,000 eligible attorneys. Seven firm attorneys received “Lawyer of the Year” designations (noted with an asterisk below).... Continue Reading

The Legal 500 Recognizes Morris Nichols Among Leading U.S. Law Firms for M&A

Wilmington, DE (May 29, 2019) – The Legal 500 United States released its 2019 edition today. Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP is once again “highly rated” in the nationwide guide to the foremost law firms in the United States. “One of the best firms in Delaware generally,” says one prominent source, “with particular strength in... Continue Reading

15 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2019 Delaware Super Lawyers

5.9.2019 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Corporate & Business Litigation, Corporate Counseling, Intellectual Property Litigation, Real Estate
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Robert J. Dehney, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, Andrew M. Johnston, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Kenneth J. Nachbar, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr., Rodger D. Smith II, Susan Wood Waesco

Fifteen Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion in 2019 Delaware Super Lawyers. Derek C. Abbott and William M. Lafferty appear on the “Top 10” list recognizing the Delaware lawyers who received the highest point totals – with Bill designated as the “Number One” attorney on the Top 10. In addition,... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2019 Ranks Morris Nichols Top Tier for Four Delaware Practices; 26 Attorneys Named Leading Delaware Practitioners

Wilmington, DE (April 25, 2019) – The 2019 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Guide to Leading Lawyers for Business has again ranked Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP as a leading Delaware law firm in four practice categories. For more than a decade, Morris Nichols has consistently been ranked Band 1 in Chambers’ Delaware tables for... Continue Reading

Benchmark Litigation Ranks Morris Nichols in 2019 Guide

11.14.2018 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Robert J. Dehney, William M. Lafferty, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Ryan D. Stottmann, David J. Teklits, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (November 14, 2018) – Benchmark Litigation has released its annual legal directory focusing exclusively on the litigation and disputes market. The 2019 edition again ranks Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP in the top “Highly Recommended” band for Delaware law firms. Nine Morris Nichols attorneys were ranked as leading... Continue Reading

33 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2019

Wilmington, DE (August 15, 2018) – Thirty-three attorneys from Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP were selected for inclusion in the 2019 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 87,000 eligible attorneys. Three firm attorneys earned “Lawyer of the Year” designations... Continue Reading

The Legal 500 Ranks Morris Nichols Among Top U.S. Law Firms for M&A

5.31.2018 - Commercial, Corporate & Business Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Megan Ward Cascio, Kevin M. Coen, David A. Harris, Louis G. Hering, S. Mark Hurd, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr.

Wilmington, DE (May 31, 2018) – The Legal 500 United States 2018 has ranked Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP in its nationwide guide to the leading law firms in the United States. This is the fourth year in a row that Morris Nichols earned recognition in two mergers and acquisitions categories—“Dispute resolution: M&A:... Continue Reading

17 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2018 Delaware Super Lawyers

Wilmington, DE (May 18, 2018) – Seventeen Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion in 2018 Delaware Super Lawyers. William M. Lafferty was ranked number one on the “Top 10” list for Delaware. In addition, attorneys Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, Kimberly Gill McKinnon, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Andrew R. Remming, and... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2018 Recognizes Morris Nichols as Top-Tier Delaware Law Firm

Wilmington, DE (May 3, 2018) – Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP has been ranked Band 1 in four Delaware practice categories in the 2018 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The firm was ranked in the highest tier for Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, Corporate M&A & Alternative Entities, and... Continue Reading

32 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2018

Wilmington, DE (August 15, 2017) – Thirty-two attorneys from Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP were selected for inclusion in the 2018 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 83,000 eligible attorneys. Six firm attorneys earned “Lawyer of the Year” designations (noted... Continue Reading

The Legal 500 Ranks Morris Nichols Among Leading U.S. M&A Law Firms

5.31.2017 - Corporate & Business Litigation, Commercial, Corporate Counseling
by William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar

Wilmington, DE (May 31, 2017) – The Legal 500 United States 2017 results have been released and once again “top-notch firm” Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP ranks among leading U.S. law firms in two M&A categories. The Legal 500 US ranking tables organize various practice areas into a single national ranking, spotlighting law... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2017 Ranks Morris Nichols Band 1 in Four Delaware Practice Areas; 23 Morris Nichols Attorneys Recognized Among the Best in Delaware

Wilmington, DE (May 26, 2017) – The 2017 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business again ranked Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP as a Band 1 law firm in the Delaware categories for Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, Corporate M&A & Alternative Entities, and Intellectual Property. Twenty-three... Continue Reading

16 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2017 Delaware Super Lawyers

5.12.2017 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Commercial, Corporate & Business Litigation, Corporate Counseling, Intellectual Property Litigation, Real Estate
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Robert J. Dehney, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, Andrew M. Johnston, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Curtis S. Miller, Kenneth J. Nachbar, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr.

Wilmington, DE (May 12, 2017) – Sixteen Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion to the 2017 Delaware Super Lawyers list. William M. Lafferty was named to the “Top 10” list for Delaware. In addition, attorneys Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, Kimberly Gill McKinnon, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, and Curtis S. Miller were... Continue Reading

Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Morris Nichols in 2017 Rankings

10.24.2016 - Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, William M. Lafferty, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Kenneth J. Nachbar, David J. Teklits, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (October 24, 2016) – Benchmark Litigation has released its 10th anniversary guide to the leading litigation firms in the United States. The 2017 publication again ranked Morris Nichols “Highly Recommended” for Delaware with Benchmark noting the firm’s reputation “one of the most respected presences in the Delaware legal... Continue Reading

31 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2017

Wilmington, DE (August 15, 2016) – Thirty attorneys from Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP were selected for inclusion in the 2017 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 79,000 eligible attorneys. Six firm attorneys earned “Lawyer of the Year” designations (noted... Continue Reading

The Legal 500 Recognizes Morris Nichols as a Leading M&A Law Firm

6.15.2016 - Commercial, Corporate & Business Litigation, Corporate Counseling
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Megan Ward Cascio, Kevin M. Coen, David A. Harris, Louis G. Hering, S. Mark Hurd, Andrew M. Johnston, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, David J. Teklits

Wilmington, DE (June 15, 2016) – Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP has been ranked as a leading M&A law firm in The Legal 500 United States 2016. Now in its tenth edition, the U.S. guide organizes various practice areas into a single national ranking to highlight firms with a national presence in sophisticated and complex... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2016 Ranks Morris Nichols Band 1 in Four Delaware Practice Areas; 25 Morris Nichols Attorneys Recognized Among the Best in Delaware

Wilmington, DE (May 27, 2016) – The 2016 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business again ranked Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP as a Band 1 law firm in the Delaware categories for Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, Corporate M&A & Alternative Entities, and Intellectual Property. Twenty-five Morris... Continue Reading

17 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2016 Delaware Super Lawyers

Wilmington, DE (May 13, 2016) – Seventeen Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion to the 2016 Delaware Super Lawyers list. Jack B. Blumenfeld was named to the “Top 10” list for Delaware. In addition, attorneys Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, D. McKinley (Mac) Measley, Curtis S. Miller, and Matthew R. Clark were recognized as... Continue Reading

Who’s Who Legal: M&A and Governance 2016 Names Nine Morris Nichols Attorneys

2.8.2016 - Corporate & Business Litigation, Corporate Counseling
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Melissa A. DiVincenzo, Andrew M. Johnston, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Patricia O. Vella, Jeffrey R. Wolters

Wilmington, DE (February 8, 2016) – Nine Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP partners will be listed in Who’s Who Legal: M&A and Governance 2016. Jon Abramczyk, Frederick Alexander, Melissa DiVincenzo, Andrew Johnston, William Lafferty, Kenneth Nachbar, Gil Sparks, Patricia Vella, and Jeffrey Wolters have all been identified as leaders... Continue Reading

Benchmark Litigation 2016 Ranks Morris Nichols Among Top Delaware Firms

10.15.2015 - Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, David J. Teklits, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (October 15, 2015) – Today, Benchmark Litigation unveiled its 2016 guide to the leading litigation firms in the United States. The publication again ranked Morris Nichols “Highly Recommended” for Delaware. Benchmark sources report, “When it comes to Delaware Chancery litigation, they are the best.” In addition to the... Continue Reading

30 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2016

Wilmington, DE (August 17, 2015) – Thirty attorneys from Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP were selected for inclusion in the 2016 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 79,000 eligible attorneys. Jack B. Blumenfeld was named the Best Lawyers® 2016 Litigation-Intellectual... Continue Reading

The Legal 500 Ranks Morris Nichols as a Leading M&A Firm in the United States

6.3.2015 - Commercial, Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Megan Ward Cascio, David A. Harris, Louis G. Hering, S. Mark Hurd, Andrew M. Johnston, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar

Wilmington, DE (June 3, 2015) – Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP has been ranked as a leading M&A law firm in The Legal 500 United States 2015. Now in its ninth edition, the U.S. guide organizes various practice areas into a single national ranking. “Only a small number of firms in the United States have a truly national presence... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2015 Ranks 23 Morris Nichols Attorneys and 4 Practice Groups Among the Best in Delaware

Wilmington, DE (May 19, 2015) – The 2015 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business ranked Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP as a Band 1 law firm in the Delaware categories for Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, Corporate M&A & Alternative Entities, and Intellectual Property. Twenty-three Morris Nichols... Continue Reading

Who’s Who Legal: M&A and Governance 2015 Recognizes Morris Nichols Attorneys

5.15.2015 - Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation
by Andrew M. Johnston, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Patricia O. Vella, Jeffrey R. Wolters

Wilmington, DE (May 15, 2015) – Seven Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP partners have been recognized in Who’s Who Legal: M&A and Governance 2015. Through client and peer research, the independent guide evaluates hundreds of attorneys worldwide to identify leaders in the field. The publication highlights the “considerable... Continue Reading

16 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in 2015 Delaware Super Lawyers

5.15.2015 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Commercial, Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Real Estate
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Matthew R. Clark, Robert J. Dehney, Thomas C. Grimm, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, Curtis S. Miller, Kenneth J. Nachbar, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr.

Wilmington, DE (May 15, 2015) – Sixteen Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion to the 2015 Delaware Super Lawyers. Jack B. Blumenfeld was named to the “Top 10” list for Delaware. In addition, attorneys Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, Curtis S. Miller and Matthew R. Clark were recognized as 2015 Delaware Rising Stars. Morris... Continue Reading

Benchmark Litigation Recognizes Morris Nichols in 2015 Rankings

9.24.2014 - Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, David J. Teklits, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (September 24, 2014) – The 2015 edition of Benchmark Litigation recognizes Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP as a “Highly Recommended” law firm in Delaware. The guide notes that Morris Nichols “has developed a national reputation as a leading general commercial litigation, bankruptcy, and... Continue Reading

28 Morris Nichols Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2015

Wilmington, DE (August 18, 2014) – Twenty-eight attorneys from Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell were selected for inclusion in the 2015 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. The results are based on peer-review evaluations from more than 50,000 attorneys. Two partners received special recognition as 2015 Delaware Lawyer of the Year: Jack... Continue Reading

17 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected For Inclusion in Super Lawyers- Delaware Edition 2014

5.23.2014 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Commercial, Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Real Estate
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Robert J. Dehney, Thomas C. Grimm, Louis G. Hering, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, Eric S. Klinger-Wilensky, William M. Lafferty, Curtis S. Miller, Kenneth J. Nachbar, R. Judson Scaggs, Jr.

Wilmington, DE (May 19, 2014) – 17 Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers - Delaware Edition 2013. Jack Blumenfeld and A. Gilchrist Sparks, III, were named to the Best of the Best Top 10 Delaware Super Lawyers list. In addition, attorneys Eric Klinger-Wilensky and Curtis Miller were recognized as 2014 Delaware... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2014 Names 21 Morris Nichols Attorneys and 4 Practice Groups as Best in Delaware

Wilmington, DE (May 23, 2014) – The 2014 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business today ranked twenty-one Morris Nichols’ attorneys and four practice groups as best in Delaware. Chambers annually conducts in-depth interviews of commercial users of legal services to assess the strengths and reputations of US... Continue Reading

2014 Chambers USA Directory Ranks 21 Morris Nichols Attorneys as 'Leaders in their Field"

3.1.2014 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Commercial, Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Real Estate
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Robert J. Dehney, Thomas C. Grimm, Louis G. Hering, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Rodger D. Smith II, Patricia O. Vella, Jeffrey R. Wolters

Wilmington, DE (March, 2014) – The Firm congratulates its 21 attorneys who will be included in the 2014 Chambers USA “Leaders in their Field” legal directory by Chambers & Partners. Several practices and lawyers are recognized in more than one area. Delaware A Gilchrist Sparks III, Chancery & Corporate /M&A Derek C Abbott,... Continue Reading

Morris Nichols Attorneys Named to 2014 Best Lawyers in America - 60 Practice Specialty Selections; 22 Top-Listed Practice areas; 5 Delaware Lawyers of the Year

Wilmington, DE (August 21, 2013) – Morris Nichols is pleased to announce that two thirds of the firm's partnership have been selected for inclusion in the 2014 edition of The Best Lawyers in America. The firm was noted for 60 individual specialty selections, 22 "Top-Listed" practice specialties, and five individual 2014 Delaware Lawyers of the... Continue Reading

22 Morris Nichols Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in Super Lawyers - Delaware Edition 2013

Wilmington, DE (May 23, 2013) – 22 Morris Nichols attorneys have been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers - Delaware Edition 2013. Rick Alexander and A. Gilchrist Sparks, III, were named to the Best of the Best Top 10 Delaware Super Lawyers list. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who... Continue Reading

Morris Nichols Tops Delaware in Benchmark Litigation 2013

5.1.2013 - Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, David J. Teklits, Susan Wood Waesco

Wilmington, DE (May 22, 2013) – Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP is pleased to announce that nine Morris Nichols’ attorneys and three practice areas have been selected as among the best in Delaware by the 2013 edition of Benchmark Litigation. Benchmark’s research included competitors who described Morris Nichols litigators... Continue Reading

Chambers USA 2013 Names 17 Morris Nichols Attorneys and 4 Practice Groups as Best In Delaware

5.1.2013 - Business Reorganization & Restructuring, Commercial, Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Derek C. Abbott, Jon E. Abramczyk, Jack B. Blumenfeld, Robert J. Dehney, Thomas C. Grimm, Louis G. Hering, S. Mark Hurd, Karen Ann Jacobs, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Rodger D. Smith II

Wilmington, DE (May 24, 2013) – The 2013 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business today ranked seventeen Morris Nichols’ attorneys and four practice groups as best in Delaware. Chambers annually conducts in-depth interviews of commercial users of legal services to assess the strengths and reputations of US... Continue Reading

28 Morris Nichols Attorneys Named to The Best Lawyers in America 2013

Wilmington, DE (August 31, 2012) – 28 Morris Nichols attorneys have been named to The Best Lawyers in America 2013 in twenty two practice areas. Morris Nichols lawyers were selected for outstanding reputations and distinguished work in their practice areas based on a confidential peer-review survey of the top attorneys in the country, according... Continue Reading

Lawdragon Names Four Morris Nichols Attorneys Among 500 Leading Lawyers in America

5.1.2010 - Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation
by Jack B. Blumenfeld, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar

Wilmington, DE – May 13, 2010 – Morris Nichols partners Rick Alexander, Jack Blumenfeld, Bill Lafferty and Ken Nachbar have been named to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America 2010 guide, an independent listing of the nation’s most elite attorneys. Morris Nichols had more honorees than any other Delaware law firm. Two attorneys... Continue Reading

Events

30th Tulane Corporate Law Institute

3.15.2018 through 3.16.2018 in New Orleans, LA - Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation
Patricia O. Vella, William M. Lafferty, Kenneth J. Nachbar

Morris Nichols attorneys will attend Tulane University Law School’s 30th Annual Corporate Law Institute from March 15 to 16, 2018 in New Orleans, LA. Distinguished as one of the premier M&A, corporate and securities law conferences, the Tulane Corporate Law Institute gathers Delaware Supreme Court and Court of Chancery judiciary, prominent... Continue Reading

28th Tulane Corporate Law Institute

3.17.2016 through 3.18.2016 in New Orleans, LA - Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation
Kenneth J. Nachbar

Morris Nichols attorneys will attend Tulane University Law School’s 28th Annual Corporate Law Institute from March 17 to 18, 2016 in New Orleans, LA. Recognized as one of the premier M&A, corporate and securities law conferences, the Tulane Corporate Law Institute gathers Delaware Supreme Court and Court of Chancery judiciary, prominent... Continue Reading

2012 ABA Annual Meeting

11.30.1999 in Chicago, IL - Corporate Counseling, Corporate & Business Litigation
Louis G. Hering, Kenneth J. Nachbar, Tarik J. Haskins

Rick Alexander, Ken Nachbar, Lou Hering and Tarik Haskins served as program speakers for The Business Law Section of the American Bar Association (ABA) at the 2012 ABA Annual Meeting in Chicago, August 3-5, 2012. Rick’s program, Dual Class Stock: Value Enhancer or Corporate Governance Killer? discussed the rational for the Dual Class structure,... Continue Reading