Chancery
USA Guide 2024 : Delaware
Band 3
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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison boasts a significant practice in the space. It has a deep bench of strong attorneys who are adept at handling disputes arising from M&A. The team also has notable experience of acting on behalf of clients in high-profile derivative actions. The group is also renowned for its ability to advise clients on complex corporate governance matters.
Work Highlights
- Paul, Weiss represented Advance Publications and several current and former officers and directors in a shareholder class action asserting breach of fiduciary duty claims related to the $43 billion merger between AT&T's WarnerMedia and Discovery Inc., which Advance founded and is a majority shareholder of.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is smart, wise, persistent and has excellent knowledge of the law."
"The team is smart, wise, persistent and has excellent knowledge of the law."
Notable Practitioners
Andre Bouchard is widely sought after by clients to advise on complex corporate and commercial litigation, drawing on his experience as a former Chancellor on the Delaware Court of Chancery.
"Andre has a unique talent in being able to apply his experience in Chancery Court with what's happening on the ground, applying his high-quality advice in such a way that fits the practical concerns of a corporation and its board."
"He is excellent to work with, responsive and understands what people need in litigation."
Daniel Mason is an experienced litigator recognized for his expertise in fiduciary duty, M&A and corporate governance related disputes.