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Ashby & Geddes is pleased to announce that for the eleventh consecutive year the firm has been named to Best Lawyers’® “Best Law Firms” list.  The firm achieved a Metropolitan Tier 1 designation for Delaware in the fields of (a) Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law, (b) Bet-the-Company Litigation, (c) Commercial Litigation, (d) Corporate Law, and (d) Litigation – Patent. The publication’s 2024 Metropolitan Tier 2 list recognized the firm’s Litigation – Securities practice, and Metropolitan Tier 3 list recognized the firm’s Litigation – Mergers & Acquisitions practice.

Best Lawyers® is the oldest and most respected peer-review legal ranking company, and this year marks the first time the company has released the Best Law Firms rankings independently. The Best Law Firms List is “a comprehensive appraisal of more than 15,000 firms in dozens of areas of legal practice in more than 180 regions across the U.S.” Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are listed on a national and metropolitan-based scale.  Firms that received a tier designation reflect the high level of respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and practice areas.  The 2024 “Best Law Firms” rankings can be seen in their entirety here.

The 2023 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized nine Ashby & Geddes attorneys as “Leading Individuals” in their respective areas of practice: Steven J. Balick (Intellectual Property), William P. Bowden (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), John G. Day (Intellectual Property), Catherine A. Gaul (Chancery), Stephen E. Jenkins (Chancery and Chancery: Mainly Plaintiff), Andrew C. Mayo (Intellectual Property), Ricardo Palacio (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), Gregory A. Taylor (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), and Philip Trainer, Jr. (Chancery).  In addition, the firm was ranked for excellence in three of its practice areas: Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, and Intellectual Property.

Ashby & Geddes’ Bankruptcy/Restructuring lawyers “keep plugged in to potential filings, stressed industries and the various courts’ rulings.” Rick Palacio was described as “practical and commercial” and “extremely versatile in his ability to handle situations.” Greg Taylor was described as “knowledgeable and responsive,” and Bill Bowden as having “an encyclopedic knowledge of the Bar.”

The firm’s Chancery practitioners were described as being “top people and from a good firm.” Steve Jenkins is highly recommend and “has the respect of the bench.” Lee Trainer was described as “a very able trial lawyer.” Catherine Gaul was described as “an excellent attorney” who is “personable but can be aggressive when needed,” and “provides strong strategic advice and value.”

Chambers describes Ashby & Geddes’ Intellectual Property team as having “a deep knowledge of Delaware practice and the Delaware judges, and offers sophisticated input.” Steve Balick “provides an excellent service,” while John Day was noted for his “calm demeanor” and his “impeccable judgment, particularly in terms of the local judges and Bar.” Andrew Mayo is “smart, efficient and helpful.”

Chambers and Partners assesses business lawyers across the country using independent researchers to conduct in-depth interviews with clients and lawyers.  Individual lawyers and firm practice areas are ranked on the basis of legal knowledge, experience, ability, effectiveness, and client-service.  For more information about Chambers and Partners, visit here.

Ashby & Geddes is pleased to announce that for the tenth consecutive year the firm has been named to U.S. News – Best Lawyers’® “Best Law Firms” list.  The publication’s 2023 list recognized the firm’s Litigation – Merger & Acquisitions practice in its National Rankings, Tier 3.  In Regional Rankings, the firm achieved a Tier 1 designation in the fields of (a) Bet-the-Company Litigation, (b) Commercial Litigation, (c) Corporate Law, and (d) Litigation – Patent, and a Tier 2 designation in the fields of Litigation – Mergers & Acquisitions and Litigation – Securities.

According to U.S. News, the “Best Law Firms” rankings continuously act as a top marker of distinction throughout the legal industry. Firms included in the 2023 Edition are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.  Achieving a tiered ranking signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise.  The 2023 rankings are based on 12.2 million evaluations of more than 115,000 lawyers from more than 22,000 firms.  Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are listed on a national and regional-based scale.  Firms that received a tier designation reflect the high level of respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and practice areas.  The 2023 “Best Law Firms” rankings can be seen in their entirety here.

The 2022 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized nine Ashby & Geddes attorneys as “Leading Individuals” in their respective areas of practice: Steven J. Balick (Intellectual Property), William P. Bowden (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), John G. Day (Intellectual Property), Catherine A. Gaul (Chancery), Stephen E. Jenkins (Chancery), Andrew C. Mayo (Intellectual Property), Ricardo Palacio (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), Gregory A. Taylor (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), and Philip Trainer, Jr. (Chancery).  In addition, the firm was ranked for excellence in three of its practice areas: Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, and Intellectual Property.

Ashby & Geddes’ Bankruptcy/Restructuring practice is “highly regarded for its sophisticated counsel on complex reorganization matters.”  “Ashby is our go-to firm for all things Delaware; we trust them with our most sophisticated matters.”  Rick Palacio was described as “hyper responsive, a quick study and very savvy.”  Greg Taylor “is a terrific and very professional lawyer.”

The firm’s Chancery practitioners “are exceptionally qualified and very good at what they do.”  Steve Jenkins “is a good and very seasoned attorney with a natural gravitas.” Lee Trainer has “a very deep knowledge of Delaware law,” “a lot of trial experience and a very strong reputation.”  Catherine Gaul was described as “a very good practitioner,” who is “very smart, efficient and responsive.”

Chambers describes Ashby & Geddes’ Intellectual Property attorneys as “adept at handling a range of work on both the plaintiff and defense side of IP litigation,” and as having “a diverse client base including companies from the biotechnology, computer software and telecommunications industries.”  Steve Balick is “a very good practitioner,” while John Day was noted for his “extensive experience in IP litigation.”  Andrew Mayo’s “instincts are excellent and he is extremely responsive.”

Chambers and Partners assesses business lawyers across the country using independent researchers to conduct in-depth interviews with clients and lawyers.  Individual lawyers and firm practice areas are ranked on the basis of legal knowledge, experience, ability, effectiveness, and client-service.  For more information about Chambers and Partners, visit here.

Ashby & Geddes is pleased to announce that for the ninth consecutive year the firm has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s and Best Lawyers’® “Best Law Firms” list.  The publication’s 2022 list recognized the firm’s Litigation – Merger & Acquisitions practice in its National Rankings, Tier 3.  In Regional Rankings, the firm’s core practice groups achieved a Tier 1 designation in the fields of (a) Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, (b) Bet-the-Company Litigation, (c) Commercial Litigation, (d) Corporate Litigation, (e) Litigation – Patent, and (f) Litigation – Securities, and a Tier 2 designation in the field of Litigation – Mergers & Acquisitions.

According to U.S. News, the “Best Law Firms” rankings continuously act as a top marker of distinction throughout the legal industry. Firms included in the 2022 Edition are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.  Achieving a tiered ranking signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise.  The 2022 rankings are based on 8.2 million evaluations of 115,000 lawyers from more than 22,000 firms.  Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are listed on a national and regional-based scale.  Firms that received a tier designation reflect the high level of respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and practice areas.  The 2022 “Best Law Firms” rankings can be seen in their entirety by visiting here.

 

 

The 2021 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized nine Ashby & Geddes attorneys as “Leading Individuals” in their respective areas of practice: Steven J. Balick (Intellectual Property), William P. Bowden (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), John G. Day (Intellectual Property), Catherine A. Gaul (Chancery), Stephen E. Jenkins (Chancery), Andrew C. Mayo (Intellectual Property), Ricardo Palacio (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), Gregory A. Taylor (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), and Philip Trainer, Jr. (Chancery).  In addition, the firm was ranked for excellence in three of its practice areas: Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, and Intellectual Property.

Ashby & Geddes’ Bankruptcy/Restructuring practice is “highly regarded for its sophisticated counsel on complex reorganization matters.”  “The team is very efficient, smart and practical.”  Rick Palacio was described as “excellent – a strong but cost-conscious advocate.”  Greg Taylor “is terrific – smart, attentive and helpful,” while demonstrating “practicality and business sense.”

The firm’s Chancery practitioners are “very knowledgeable of Delaware law and procedure,” and “particularly skilled at distilling complex issues of Delaware law into concise and effective arguments for briefs and oral arguments.”  Lee Trainer is “insightful, responsive and unflappable,” and “excellent at providing intelligent insights.”  Catherine Gaul was described as “phenomenal” with “really good knowledge of Delaware courts.”

Chambers describes Ashby & Geddes’ Intellectual Property attorneys as “adept at handling a range of work on both the plaintiff and defense side of IP litigation,” and as having “a diverse client base including companies from the biotechnology, computer software and telecommunications industries.”  Steve Balick was described as “a great legal strategist,” who is “incredibly poised and amazingly responsive.” John Day was noted for providing “invaluable insight into the strengths and weaknesses of a case.”  Andrew Mayo was noted for his expertise in patent infringement lawsuits, including Hatch-Waxman litigation, and licensing disputes, and described as being “knowledgeable about Delaware practice.”

Chambers and Partners assesses business lawyers across the country using independent researchers to conduct in-depth interviews with clients and lawyers.  Individual lawyers and firm practice areas are ranked on the basis of legal knowledge, experience, ability, effectiveness, and client-service.  For more information about Chambers and Partners, visit here.

Ashby & Geddes is pleased to announce that for the eighth consecutive year the firm has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s and Best Lawyers’® “Best Law Firms” list.  The publication’s 2021 list recognized the firm’s Litigation – Merger & Acquisitions practice in its National Rankings, Tier 3.  In Regional Rankings, which , each of the firm’s core practice groups achieved a Tier 1 designation, including in the fields of (a) Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, (b) Bet-the-Company Litigation, (c) Commercial Litigation, (d) Corporate Litigation, (e) Litigation – Patent, and (f) Litigation – Securities.

According to U.S. News, firms included in the 2021 Edition of are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.  Achieving a tiered ranking signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise.  The 2021 rankings are based on 8.3 million evaluations of 110,000 lawyers from more than 22,000 firms.  Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are listed on a national and regional-based scale.  Firms that received a tier designation reflect the high level of respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and practice areas.  The 2021 “Best Law Firms” rankings can be seen in their entirety by visiting  www.bestlawfirms.usnews.com.

The 2020 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has recognized eight Ashby & Geddes attorneys as “Leading Individuals” in their respective areas of practice: Steven J. Balick (Intellectual Property), William P. Bowden (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), John G. Day (Intellectual Property), Catherine A. Gaul (Chancery), Stephen E. Jenkins (Chancery), Andrew C. Mayo (Intellectual Property), Ricardo Palacio (Bankruptcy/Restructuring), and Philip Trainer, Jr. (Chancery).  In addition, the firm was ranked for excellence in three of its practice areas: Bankruptcy/Restructuring, Chancery, and Intellectual Property.

Ashby & Geddes’ Bankruptcy/Restructuring practice is “remarkable” and “highly regarded for its sophisticated counsel on complex reorganization matters,” and “walking into court with them gives you extra credibility.”  Head of the group, Bill Bowden, is “one of the best lawyers in town” with a particular strength in handling Chapter 11 cases, while Rick Palacio was described as “amazingly responsive, incredibly knowledgeable about the workings of the court and also adept at case strategy.” 

The firm’s Chancery practitioners are a “respected team with a strong track record in the Court of Chancery.”  Sources commented that they “are diligent, responsive and smart.”   Steve Jenkins is a “really smart and creative attorney.”  Lee Trainer’s “knowledge of Delaware law and the Delaware courts is superb.”  Catherine Gaul was described as being a respected litigator who is a “very smart and efficient attorney with a good presence in court.”

Chambers describes Ashby & Geddes’ Intellectual Property group as “very thoughtful and full of high-caliber lawyers who add value to all aspects of a litigation team, including at trial.”  Steve Balick was described as “a very wise and senior local counsel who has very good insight into judges and very good instincts about what arguments are good.” John Day was noted as being “an excellent adviser and strategist with respect to patent litigation and trial advocacy in general” as well as being “an excellent writer.”  Andrew Mayo was described as being “awesome” and “a good all-round lawyer and great worker.” 

Chambers and Partners assesses business lawyers across the country using independent researchers to conduct in-depth interviews with clients and lawyers.  Individual lawyers and firm practice areas are ranked on the basis of legal knowledge, experience, ability, effectiveness, and client-service.  For more information about Chambers and Partners, visit here.

Ashby & Geddes is pleased to announce that it has once again been named to U.S. News and Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” List (2020 ed.) in multiple practice areas, including bankruptcy and corporate, commercial and patent litigation.  Firms included in the 2020 Edition of “Best Law Firms” are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.  Achieving a tiered ranking signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise.  The 2019 rankings are based on the highest number of participating firms and highest number of client votes received on record.  The 2020 “Best Law Firms” rankings can be seen in their entirety by visiting  www.bestlawfirms.usnews.com.

In its inaugural list published on October 3, Forbes magazine named Ashby & Geddes one of the top corporate law firms in the United States. Of approximately 400,000 law firms in the U.S., only 243 were selected. Ashby & Geddes is one of only two Delaware-based firms to make the list, and is the smallest firm from the Philadelphia-Delaware region. In addition to recognizing Ashby & Geddes as a whole, Forbes specifically noted the strength of the firm’s bankruptcy practice. Forbes partnered with market research company Statista to develop its rankings, and utilized survey responses from 2,500 attorneys nationwide.