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Bruce L. Hudson was born, raised, and educated in Delaware. He has spent his entire, almost 40-year, law career representing victims of accidents and medical malpractice in his home state.. Named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association, and a Super Lawyer by Superlawyer Magazine, Hudson’s decision to become a lawyer came a little later than most. After receiving his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Delaware, he found that work as an economist in the Delaware State Planning Office was not for him. He subsequently earned his law degree from Widener University, and immediately opened his own law practice. Rather than joining a large firm, he relished the challenge of making it on his own. Hudson preferred the personal touch of working for and helping individuals, rather than moving money between companies. It didn’t take long before his successful business began to concentrate on representing victims in serious injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. There is nothing more important to Hudson than using his extensive legal skills and knowledge of his native state to make a difference in people’s lives.. Bruce Hudson’s good friend and fellow lawyer, Ben Castle, had retired from a large Wilmington, DE law firm, when the two decided in 2011 to merge their decades of experience. Hudson likes that they remain a small firm and still approach each case with passion and dedication. Their size allows them to focus their energy, time, and resources on a smaller volume of cases, giving them greater flexibility and independence to react quickly whenever a case requires it. “Each case is not just a file. We get to know clients by name and face and become integrated into their lives,” said Hudson.. Being a small firm, however, does not limit Hudson & Castle to small cases. Ben and Bruce recently completed a three-year case as lead counsel in representing hundreds of victims in the class action against the pedophile pediatrician, Earl Bradley. Over 1200 victims were affirmatively identified and compensated by the $123,000,000 settlement that makes this case the largest number of victims by a single pedophile ever documented.

Brian M. Gottesman is a partner in the Delaware office of Gabell Beaver. He has extensive experience counseling corporations and closely-held alternative entities (including limited liability companies, Delaware statutory trusts, and limited partnerships) on issues relating to their governance and management.. Brian has served as counsel in acquisitions, business formations, the establishment of subsidiaries and holding companies and sales of assets and equitable interests. He also provides opinions on Delaware law relating to limited liability companies, business trusts and other Delaware entities involved in real estate acquisitions, structured finance deals, business mergers and other transactions.. In addition to his transaction work, Brian has extensive experience with litigation in Delaware courts, particularly in the Court of Chancery. Brian has represented clients in breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty and business divorce actions, as well as a wide array of other corporate and commercial litigation matters. He is certified as a court-appointed mediator by the Delaware Superior Court and is a member of the Panel of Distinguished Neutrals of the International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution. Brian has served as both counsel and as third-party neutral in a wide array of arbitration and mediation matters. He also serves as an expert witness in litigation involving Delaware business organizations.. Brian graduated from Harvard Law School in 2003. From 2003 to 2010, he was a member of the Business Law and Venture Capital practice groups at the law firm of Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz LLP. From 2010 until 2021, Brian was a partner at the law firm of Berger Harris LLP, where he worked with clients ranging from multinational conglomerates to single-member startups on a wide range of litigation and transactional matters.. Brian has written numerous articles dealing with limited liability companies and Delaware statutory trusts, as well as the history of trade and trade law. He was the general editor and co-author of the Delaware Statutory Trusts Manual (Matthew Bender, 2010), and a co-author and co-editor of Litigating the Business Divorce (BNA, 2016).. Brian is also active in the community. He has served pro bono as an attorney guardian ad litem for the Office of the Child Advocate since 2005. Brian is a member of the Richard S. Rodney Inn of Court and the Carpenter-Walsh Pro Bono Inn of Court, and served from 2004 until 2009 as an Associate Member of the Delaware Board of Bar Examiners. He is also a past member of the Board of Trustees of Albert Einstein Academy.

Brandon's practice consists of real estate transactions, corporate transactions, intellectual property, estate planning, and serving as Delaware local counsel. Brandon is licensed to practice and appear in Delaware, Maryland and Florida courts. Prior to joining Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, Brandon represented clients in commercial and residential real estate transactions, contractual agreements and creditor actions. He also acted as Delaware counsel to a local financial institution and served as a Director of the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. Outside of the firm, Brandon enjoys beach days with his dog Kimber, boating, running, snowboarding, traveling and golfing.

Born Penns Grove, New Jersey, November 5, 1951.  Preparatory Education:  B.A., magna cum laude, University of Delaware, 1975.  Member Phi Kappa Phi, Omicron Delta Kappa, and Pi Sigma Alpha honor societies.  Legal Education:  J.D., University of Chicago, 1978.  Mr. Cottrell is a Principal of Tighe & Cottrell, P.A., a mid-Atlantic regional law firm with offices in Wilmington, Delaware; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Baltimore, Maryland; and Woodstown, New Jersey.  He is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and Illinois.. LECTURER: "Understanding the Defense Issues for the New Claims-Made Form," New York City, February 9-10, 1987, Sponsored by Executive Enterprises, Inc.  "Contracting as a Risk Management Tool," Delaware Law School, November 21, 1986.  "Architect-Engineer Liability Under Pennsylvania Law," April 7, November 7 and 14, 1986, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Sponsored by the Cambridge Institute and the American Construction Owners Association.  "Insurance for Construction Projects," October 23, 1986, Philadelphia Bar Association.  "Bonding and Insurance for the Construction Process,"  Philadelphia Bench/Bar Conference, September 26, 1986.  Occasional Lecturer, "Professional Liability" course, Delaware Law School, 1985-86.  Construction Law Institute Annual Seminars, 1983 & 1984.  Invited Counsel Lecturer, Shand, Morahan & Co., Inc., Evanston, Illinois, 1982 & 1984.  Invited Lecturer, Cont. Ed. course on "Professional Practice for the Architect," University of Illinois, Circle Campus, 1982.  Invited Lecturer on "Computer Liability and Insurance," St. Paul Fire & Marine Insurance Co., 1984.  "Computer Fraud Seminar," Chicago, November 1, 1984, Sponsored by the Insurance School of Chicago and the Chicago Suburban CPCU Society.  "Computer Crime Exposure & Risk Management Alternatives," Nashua, NH, March 29, 1985, Sponsored by the National Society of CPCU and the New Hampshire CPCU Chapter.  Faculty Lecturer, Insurance School of Chicago, 1985.  Faculty Lecturer, "Trial Advocacy" course sponsored by the Chicago Bar Association, 1983-85.  "Contribution and Comparative Negligence - The New Theories of Liability Apportionment," Chicago, November 14, 1983, Sponsored by the Hospital Risk Management Society of Metropolitan Chicago. "Malpractice and Risk Management Developments,"  Chicago, October 14, 1983, Annual Health Law Symposium sponsored by the Illinois Association of Hospital Attorneys.. Most recently, Mr. Cottrell has been a lecturer for a series of Lorman seminars on construction law held in Delaware, including:  “Construction Management & Design-Build” (February 15, 2006); “Construction Delays” (March 3, 2006); 8/10/05 Wed.  “AIA Contracts” (August 10, 2005); “Public Contract Code and Competitive Public Bidding” (July 21, 2005); “Resolving Construction Nightmares” (February 22, 2005); “Fundamentals of Construction Contracts” (September 30, 2004); “Tricks, Traps & Ploys Used in Construction Scheduling” (April 20, 2004).. AUTHOR:  Editor-in-Chief, Law Practice Notes, Barrister, 1984 to 1988.  Contracts Editor, Law Practice Notes, Barrister, 1983-84.  Associate Director, Construction Law Institute, 1982-84.  Author, Architect-Engineer Liability Under Pennsylvania Law (1986); Co-editor, Corporate Directors and Officers Liability, Insurance and Risk Management (NYC, Executive Enterprises, Inc. 1989); "Claims Made: The Judicial Record," Best's Review, July 1986; "The Importance of Project Description," The Construction Specifier, July 1986; "A Blueprint as to the Liability of Architects and Engineers," 60 Chi. Kent L. Rev. 163 (1984); "Computer Insurance for the Architect/Engineer," January 1985 issue of The Profit Center; "Risk Shifting Devices and Third-Party Practice," 14 Loyola U. Chi. L. J. 467 (1983); "Third-Party Liability Insurance: Protection in Case of Computer Error," April 2, 1984 COMPUTERWORLD; "Computer Insurance," August 22, 1984 edition of PC Magazine; "Negligence: Doctrine in a State of Flux," October 1984 issue of Risk Management; "What the Courts Say About Failure to Notify," February 1985 issue of Risk Management; Chapter author, Legal Handbook for Architects, Engineers and Contractors, Vol. 2 (1986); Chapter author, "Liability for Shop Drawing Review," Architect and Engineer Liability: Claims Against Design Professionals, (2006).

Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Vince graduated high honors from the University of Delaware in 1986 with a Bachelor of Arts degree and memberships in the academic societies of Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Sigma Tau. He then was a Presidential Scholar at Washington and Lee University, graduating in 1989 with his Juris Doctor degree. He was also a member of the Washington and Lee Law Review.. Vince was admitted to practice in the Delaware and U.S. District Court, District of Delaware in 1989. In 1990, he was admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court, and in 1991, to the U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit. Then, in 1998, he was admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court. Vince is a member of the Delaware State and American Bar Associations as well as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America.. Vince provides Beverly L. Bove, Attorney at Law representation exclusively to injured persons. He actively participates in all aspects of personal injury litigation and in the resolution of insurance company disputes. Vince provides quality legal services, with a focus on client satisfaction, thus allowing clients to maximize their recovery.. Areas of Practice. Personal Injury LitigationLegal ServicesLitigation Percentage. 100% of Practice Devoted to LitigationBar Admissions. Delaware, 1989U.S. District Court District of Delaware, 1989U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit, 1991U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, 1990U.S. Bankruptcy CourtU.S. Supreme CourtEducation. Washington and Lee University School of Law, Lexington, VirginiaJuris Doctor – 1989Honors: Presidential ScholarUniversity of DelawareBachelor of Arts – 1986Honors: High HonorsProfessional Associations and Memberships. Delaware State Bar Association, MemberAmerican Bar Association, MemberAmerican Association for Justice, MemberFraternities/Sororities. Phi Beta KappaPhi Sigma Tau

Born and raised in Delaware, Attorney Vincent Bifferato, Jr. has been representing personal injury victims in his home state for over 30 years. After graduating from Villanova University School of Law he decided to devote his career to advocating for the rights of individuals who alone are no match for large insurance companies and today’s complex legal system. To better protect victims of negligence and wrongdoing, he opened Bifferato Gentilotti in Wilmington in 1995 with Jeffrey M. Gentilotti. Since then he and the firm’s other attorneys have won millions of dollars for their clients. Vince has been selected as a top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers. He also has served as attorney to the Delaware State Senate.

Bill, a Certified Elder Law Attorney and member of the Special Needs Alliance, began his law career in 1982 and decided to focus on estate and elder law exclusively in 1992. Over his career he has helped thousands of individuals and families with estate planning, family trusts, veterans’ benefits, Medicaid planning and probate. A native of Delaware, Bill’s character and demeanor set the tone for the entire Estate & Elder Law Services team. His practice is welcoming, serves clients with compassion and helps people make decisions for protecting their assets, families and themselves.. After high school Bill joined the Marines, an experience that provided the foundation for his personal and professional beliefs and values. Following his service, Bill entered the Reformed Episcopal Seminary, earning his Bachelor of Divinity degree in 1979. After graduation from Rutgers Law School and his admission to the Delaware Bar, Bill began his legal career as a prosecutor.. He sees this work as a ministry because he is helping the elderly and others whose worries are eased by the services he and his team provide.. Bill and his wife, Gail, have a daughter, Julie. In addition to the many activities Bill is involved with in the community, he is an avid outdoor sportsman who delights in the time spent with family, friends and colleagues.

Bill Bowser has represented both private and public employers on a full range of labor and employment matters for over 25 years and is ranked as a top employment lawyer in Delaware by Chambers USA, Super Lawyers and The Best Lawyers in America. Bill joined Young Conaway in 1993, after over four years as New Castle County Attorney. Bill defends employers in employment discrimination, wrongful termination, and "whistleblower" lawsuits in state and federal courts. Bill has vast experience in representing employers in collective bargaining and administrative proceedings before the NLRB, EEOC, the Delaware Department of Labor, and other government agencies. He assists employers on avoiding litigation by developing effective employee handbooks, policies, and procedures; and he provides training to in-house counsel, human resource professionals, supervisors, and employees.. Labor negotiations, employment discrimination and wrongful discharge litigation, supervisor training

BERNARD G. CONAWAY is the founding member of Conaway-Legal LLC. Over the course of his 30 year career he’s served as a law clerk to former Clarence Taylor, of the Superior Court of Delaware, was appointed and served for 10 years on the Superior Court of Delaware as a Special Mater in Complex Litigation, and was a partner in very large and small law firms.. His practice focuses on ADR, bankruptcy, practice before the Delaware Court of Chancery, corporate and alternate entity governance under Delaware law and complex civil litigation. In thirty years of practice, Mr. Conaway has been involved in every facet of complex civil litigation serving a lead and local counsel, as Special Master, as a mediator and party selected arbitrator.. Mr. Conaway frequently appears in Delaware’s Court of Chancery on matters involving director/officer indemnification and advancement pursuant to Section 145 of the Delaware General Corporate Law, for books and records demands under Section 220, served as corporate custodian under authority of Section 226, Section 275/276 regarding dissolutions, director and officer demands for indemnification and advancement, injunctive relief, specific performance, quiet title actions, guardianship, trust and estate litigation and other equitable claims. In his bankruptcy practice.. Mr. Conaway has served as lead and local counsel on every side of the bankruptcy process including representing creditors, debtors, directors against preference and insider claims, landlords, and other parties seeking to lift the automatic stay.. Since 1994, Mr. Conaway served as an arbitrator and mediator. Since then he has successfully mediated thousands of cases, including hundreds of large complex, multi-party, multi-level insurance, construction, bankruptcy, environmental, and commercial cases. He has mediated law firm break-ups, intra-company disputes, governance and financial disputes between alternate entity members and personal injury claims. Mr. Conaway has served for over sixteen years as a mentor in the Delaware Superior Court’s mediation training program. He formerly served as adjunct instructor at the National Judicial College in Reno, Nevada teaching civil mediation.. Mr. Conaway volunteers his time to a number of boards and committees. Over the past eighteen years he has served on numerous board and committees including the Widener University School of Law Alumni Association (board member), the York College of Pennsylvania Collegiate Counsel (board member), St. Thomas More Society of the Archdiocese of Wilmington (past president), Caesar Rodney Rotary Club (member), Colin J. Seitz Bankruptcy Inn of Court (barrister) Wilmington, Richard S. Rodney Inn of Court (Executive Committee) Wilmington, and Superior Court Committee on Complex Litigation (member). He serves as a volunteer attorney Guardian Ad Litem for Delaware children and has continuously done so since 2003.

Background. As the son of a union carpenter and a nurse, I learned to appreciate the value of hard work at a very young age. Entering the world of employment at 14, I noticed how delicate the balance of power within the workplace can be, and how frequently injustices can arise. It was for these very reasons that I made the decision to dedicate my talents to fighting for the inherent constitutional rights of individuals and small businesses. Having worked myself up from fast food worker to a respected attorney and owner of my own firm, I am motivated and dedicated to standing up for the rights of others in the workplace and maintaining justice in the field of employment law. This unique blend of experience, education, and passion allow me to be the very best defender of employee rights.. Professional Experience. After earning my bachelor's degree in criminal justice, I quickly took on a position as a law clerk. Two years of work in this field provided me with even more insight into the nuances of the legal sector, and in 2000, I was admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Today, I am a practicing attorney in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit sitting in Philadelphia, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Over the course of more than 15 years, I has seen and worked on hundreds of Plaintiff's Employment Law cases. As a result, I amj well versed in the minutia necessary to fight for my clients' best interests and ensure that justice is served. I am constantly aware of the specific steps that must be taken - and when - in order to arrive at the best possible outcome. I believe and remain dedicated to establishing strong client relationships and maintaining open lines of communication which make it possible for me to make superior arguments for each individual case and client.. Areas of Expertise. Because virtually 100% of my practice is devoted to Employment Law, I understands how difficult it can be to feel like your employer always has the upper hand.. I represents clients in a variety of employment situations including the following:. • Severance Agreement Review, Separation Package Review, and Other Employment Law Counseling;. • Employment Contract Negotiation;. • Breach of Employment Contract including Confidentiality Agreements and Non-Compete Agreements (a/k/a Restrictive Covenants);. • Non-renewal of Employment Contract;. • Wrongful Termination of Employment;. • Retaliation, Reprisal, or Whistleblower Litigation including OSHA, DWPA, and CEPA;. • Layoff, Downsizing, or Reduction in Force ("RIF") including the WARN Act;. • Denial of Promotion, Denial of Hiring Job Applicant, Denial of Transfer, and Other Selection Cases;. • Demotion and Involuntary Transfer;. • Suspension, Administrative Leave, and Unpaid Leave;. • Performance Improvement Plan ("PIP") and Other Disciplinary Action;. • Constructive Discharge (a/k/a Forced Resignation or Forced Retirement);. • ADEA and Age Discrimination Law;. • Sex Discrimination, Pregnancy Discrimination, and Other Title VII Cases;. • Constitutional Law which protects Public Employees in Free Speech, Due Process, and Equal Protection cases; and. • Civil Rights in Employment including Section 1981 (race discrimination in contracts) and Section 1983 (governmental discrimination) cases.. In addition, I am proficient in areas related to Sexual Harassment and Hostile Work Environment; Sexual Orientation Discrimination; ADA and Disability Discrimination; Family and Medical Leave Act ("FMLA"); Race Discrimination, Color Discrimination, and Ethnic Discrimination (a/k/a National Origin Discrimination); Religious Discrimination; Marital Status Discrimination; Genetic Information Discrimination; Reverse Discrimination; and other matters resolved through Employment Litigation and/or Employment Mediation.. Clientele. Because of my knowledge and extensive experience in representing employees at even the highest rungs of the corporate ladder, I am able to advocate for a wide range of clients. From the mature executive in the boardroom to the young newcomer who just started in the mailroom, anyone, regardless of their tenure or seniority within an organization, may find themselves in a position where employment counseling or advocacy is needed.. Personalized Representation. My combined experience has resulted in a comprehensive view of the corporate world which in turn provided me with a dedicated understanding of how to maximize benefits, preserve rights and push for social justice for each client I represent. I always strive to put a human face on legal arguments, providing each client with highly professional, yet empathetic and personalized services. Ultimately, my goal is to make the legal process as smooth and seamless as possible for his clients.. Through honesty, hard work, and a fire for upholding the law, I fight for the interests of those in need. By shouldering this burden on behalf of my clients, I am able to provide them with a voice, sound advice, and personal empowerment in a way that minimizes their stress levels during the course of their employment litigation.. More About John LaRosa. In addition to practicing law, I enjoy staying active with my family at the gym and by competing on the tennis court. I also keep up with the world of professional sports and support Philadelphia's teams including the Phillies, the Eagles, the 76ers, and the Flyers. In my free time, I make sure to stay relaxed by visiting the local Delaware beaches and the Jersey shore with my wife and our daughter.

At Wahl Family Law, I dedicate my entire practice to divorce law and related issues with a focus on child custody, property division, alimony, and protection from abuse cases.  I have the experience and know how to effectively represent families regarding both contested and uncontested divorces.

Attorney Wade Scott believes that estate planning is a collaborative, relationship-based process, not simply the filling out and filing of documents. After all, you are choosing an advisor upon whom your loved ones will depend during challenging and difficult times.. Wade will take the time and make the commitment to forge a close relationship with you and your family, one that he hopes will last a lifetime.. Wade graduated from the University of Richmond with a B.A. in English, magna cum laude, in 1979. He earned his law degree from George Mason University Law School in 1984. Wade earned a graduate certificate in Estate Planning from Temple University Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 2007.. During the early part of his legal career, Wade concentrated his practice in civil litigation. Over time, he decided to leave the large firm he worked for and develop a practice that would let him work with families to meet their legal needs and give him more time to spend with his own family. Wade’s practice is known as the Delaware Elder Law Center. Wade is a member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, and the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, which are national organizations of trusts and estates attorneys and other legal, tax and business professionals who design sophisticated planning techniques for individuals and families.

Attorney Kathleen M. Hubbert’s passion for estate planning began while she  was attending Franklin and Marshall College.  She interned at a boutique estates and trusts firm during college and while attending Widener University School of Law, where she focused her studies on estate planning and administration.  Kathleen was also a staff member of the Delaware Journal of Corporate Law and volunteered with Wills for Heroes.. During her second and third years of law school, Kathleen interned with the Superior Court of Kent County and the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas.  After graduating from Widener in 2013, Kathleen worked as a law clerk for the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas.. Kathleen is a member of the American Bar Association-Real Property, Trust & Estate Law Section, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, and the Delaware State Bar Association, where she is a member of the Estates & Trusts and Elder Law Section.  She is admitted to practice law in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

Ann Kashishian is a Delaware licensed attorney with significant experience in bankruptcy law, business law, and complex litigation matters. She has represented clients in hundreds of matters before the Delaware Court of Chancery, the Delaware Superior Court, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, and the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. Her current practice focuses on litigation, business law, and bankruptcy representations.. When Ann is not fighting for her clients' rights, she can be found acting at local theaters, often with her spouse. She has also served on the board of directors of a non-profit community theater located in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.

Ana-Cristina Jiménez, or Ana-Cris as she prefers to be called, was born and grew up in Miami, Florida. She grew up speaking English and Spanish at home and counts this as one of the greatest gifts her parents have given her. After graduating Salutatorian of her high school class from Westminster Christian School in Miami, Ana-Cris chose to attend Duke University in the fall of 2003. While attending Duke, Ana-Cris realized that her calling was to help people and the best way she could accomplish that goal was to go to law school and become a lawyer. She enrolled at Wake Forest University School of Law and graduated in the spring of 2010. She passed the bar exam in the spring of 2011 and was sworn in on April 15, 2011.. Ana-Cris' practice includes family law, criminal law, traffic tickets and immigration law. If there's something you need help with that's not in that list, she would be happy to see if it's something she can help with or will gladly refer you to someone who can.. Entendemos la preferencia de comunicarse con su abogada directamente en español. Ana-Cristina Jiménez es una de las únicas abogadas en al área que habla español. Ella nació en Miami, florida de una familia que reconoció la importancia de ser bilingüe. Sus padres le ensenaron no solo el idioma, sino también la importancia de poder escribir y leer en español. Con esta habilidad, Ana-Cris se puede comunicar directamente con sus clientes en español. La práctica de Ella incluye asuntos de familia: divorcio y custodia, asuntos criminales, tiquetes de tráfico y asuntos de inmigración.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) experience includes multi-million dollar settlements in high-profile private mediation cases, in addition to substantial experience as an arbitrator in Delaware Superior Court Rule 16 and private arbitration matters.  Taught ADR at Widener Law School from 1986-1995 and judicial mediation at the National Judicial College from 1988-1990.  Has participated as an arbitrator in complex commercial matters under AAA rules.  Is also a member of the CPR Panel of Distinguished Neutrals and is a member of the AAA Roster of Neutrals. Was on the Special Master Panel of the U.S. District Court in Delaware until 2015 and has served as a Special Master for the District Court in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Elected a Fellow of the prestigious College of Commercial Arbitrators in 2016.

Allyson Britton is a highly skilled attorney in Morris James Employment and Education Law practices. With more than 10 years of experience, she possesses the knowledge, dedication, and unique background required to represent clients in a wide range of complex labor disputes. Allyson defends the interests of both public and private employers against claims of discrimination, retaliation, constitutional claims, contract disputes, misappropriation of employers’ property rights or business opportunities, restrictive covenants, and other aspects of employment relationships in both state and federal courts. When employers are faced with a claim or employee issue, Allyson works with clients to problem-solve, weigh important risks and benefits, and formulate a legal strategy to put them in the best defensible position in the most efficient manner. She provides employers with advice and counsel in a variety of industries including health care, banking, education, and municipalities. She also counsels employers concerning strategies for compliance with federal and state laws involving various aspects of employment law aimed at the prevention of claims. Allyson advises private and public institutions regarding matters such as benefits, employment, social media and privacy issues, and student/parent issues.. Practice areas:• Employment Law• Education Law

Albert Carroll is a partner of Morris James LLP and serves as Vice Chair of the Firm's Corporate and Commercial Litigation group. Albert focuses his practice on litigation involving corporations and alternative entities formed under Delaware law. He litigates fiduciary duty claims, contract disputes, M&A challenges, and summary proceedings under Delaware's business statutes in the Delaware Court of Chancery and the Delaware Supreme Court. Albert also represents clients in contract or business tort litigation in Delaware federal court, the Delaware Superior Court, and arbitrations under Delaware law. Another component of Albert's practice includes advising boards of directors, special committees, managers, or general partners of Delaware corporations or alternative entities on governance, fiduciary, and investigatory matters under Delaware law involving active litigation or litigation risk.. Litigation Experience:. • Fiduciary duty actions arising out of alleged mismanagement, self-dealing, usurped corporate opportunities, failure of oversight, bad faith, or aiding and abetting• Challenges to M&A transactions involving price, process, and disclosures claims• Actions disputing the appointment or removal of directors, officers, general partners, or managers• Breach of contract actions involving LLC agreements, partnership agreements, stock preferences, asset purchase agreements, restrictive covenants, transfer restrictions, etc.• Books and records inspection demands• Advancement proceedings• Actions to compel arbitration or to confirm, vacate, or modify arbitration awards• Commercial disputes in arbitration (AAA, JAMS). Advisory Experience:. • Advising special committees formed to investigate and consider pre-suit derivative litigation demands and ongoing derivative litigation• Advising directors in responding to books and records and derivative demands made by dissident directors• Advising directors in a merger sales process regarding potential conflicts of interests involving board advisors• Advising independent directors regarding a potential going-private transaction and contractual duties in the master limited partnership context• Advising a special committee formed to conduct an investigation into alleged SEC violations by the company’s employees. Practice areas:. • Corporate and Fiduciary Litigation• Contract Litigation• Corporate Advice• Corporate Governance Counseling• Legal Opinions• LLC, LP, Partnership Litigation• Special Committee Representation

After earning her law degree at The College of William and Mary in 1984, Ms. Hager practiced with federally-funded legal services organizations in Ohio and Kentucky before moving to Wilmington in 1990.  She was admitted to the North Carolina State Bar on reciprocity and practiced as an associate attorney at a small general practice firm for five years before opening her own solo practice in 1995.  For the past 10 years, she has limited her practice to divorce, custody, adoption, and other family law matters.. Ms. Hager has been certified since 2000 by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission to conduct family financial mediations, and since 2011 has served as a Parenting Coordinator by court appointment.  More recently, she is a founding member of Coastal Collaborative Colleagues, and looks forward to assisting clients in "Doing Divorce Differently."  She is a member of the Family Law Section of the American and North Carolina Bar Associations, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), the Academy of Professional Family Mediators, and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.. Ms. Hager has long had a special interest in representing victims of domestic violence, and served on the Board of Directors of Domestic Violence Shelter and Services from August 1990 until January 1998, the last two years as President.  For several years, she was a member of EVOLVE Wilmington, an informal interagency group that works on domestic violence prevention.  She is the proud mother of a recent college graduate who attended New Hanover County Schools, and enjoys singing in the choir at St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church.. - See more at: #

A native of Wilmington, Delaware, David graduated from Gettysburg College magna cum laude and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa with degrees in history and political science in 2006.. He subsequently received a Master’s Degree in Irish History from Queen’s University-Belfast in Belfast, Northern Ireland in 2008.. Following a brief period of time working for a non-profit in Washington, DC, he attended the University of Richmond School of Law from where he graduated in 2012. At Richmond he served as Manuscripts Editor for the Richmond Journal of Law and the Public Interest and was on the Law School’s Trial Advocacy Board.. David is admitted to practice law in the State of Delaware and the State of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Delaware State Bar Association, Pennsylvania State Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice.

A Delaware attorney practicing civil defense litigation.