Inside Delaware's Latest Rulings on Forum Selection & Jurisdiction

In Episode 3 of the Delaware Corporate Litigation Insights Podcast, hosts Francis Pileggi & Chauna Abner are joined by Lewis Brisbois partner Aimee Czachorowski to examine three recent Delaware Court of Chancery decisions that every corporate litigator should have on their radar. Aimee has extensive experience representing clients in equitable matters in Delaware's Court of Chancery, including expedited and summary proceedings. The trio explore how Delaware courts are approaching forum selection clauses in the wake of recent amendments to Section 122(18) of the Delaware General Corporation Law, including when fiduciary duty claims can be contractually litigated in another jurisdiction. The hosts also analyze a significant personal jurisdiction ruling addressing the limits of Delaware's long-arm statute and what it takes to establish jurisdiction over foreign executives who oversee investor-appointed directors. Finally, they review a recent decision confirming that parties who disregard a valid forum selection clause may be required to pay the opposing party's attorneys' fees and costs. Listen to the full episode for key insights on practical drafting considerations, litigation strategies, and navigating corporate governance disputes and forum selection issues in Delaware.

What is Delaware Corporate Litigation Insights: A Lewis Brisbois Podcast?

Lewis Brisbois is excited to present Delaware Corporate Litigation Insights, a podcast series examining the latest legal developments, court decisions, and governance issues shaping the corporate world. Hosted by Wilmington Managing Partner Francis G.X. Pileggi and Partner Chauna Abner, this series offers practical insights on fiduciary duties, shareholder disputes, corporate governance issues, and other high-stakes business litigation matters arising in the State of Delaware and beyond.

Drawing on decades of experience representing corporations, directors, officers, stockholders, and LLC stakeholders, Francis and Chauna break down complex legal issues into timely, actionable takeaways for executives, board members, in-house counsel, and business leaders. Whether you're tracking emerging litigation trends or navigating critical business disputes, Delaware Corporate Litigation Insights provides the latest developments and recent court decisions in corporate and commercial litigation!