Chancery - Delaware
What the team is known for
Heyman Enerio Gattuso & Hirzel is a respected litigation boutique that covers the full range of corporate and commercial disputes. The firm has particular expertise in the business divorce of corporations, limited liability companies and other entities. It possesses expertise handling a broad range of commercial disputes in the Court of Chancery, including securities litigation, breach of fiduciary duty and derivative actions. The team is also able to represent clients in books and records actions and appraisal litigation.
Strengths
"They are quick, responsive and adaptable to the needs of the client."
"You can always pick up the phone and they show an earnest desire to get to acceptable answers and they seem to be well tied in with the Delaware courts and the latest jurisprudence."
Notable practitioners
Kurt Heyman predominantly focuses on complex derivative and coverage actions for a respected clientele of corporate entities and directors. He also has experience representing clients in M&A disputes and investigations. "He is a well-respected lawyer."
Patricia Enerio is noted for her expertise handling complex litigation including breach of fiduciary duty, advancement and dissolution actions. She represents a variety of clients in the Court of Chancery, including large corporate organizations and directors. "She is great with clients."
Samuel Hirzel is sought out by clients for his expertise in corporate litigation. He is particularly noted for his strengths in books and records, business divorce cases and appraisal actions. "He is very responsive, always reachable and shows a great desire to achieve acceptable results for his clients."
