William Savitt

William Savitt

October 24, 2016 | National Law Journal

Beating the Drum for Full Disclosure

Decisions by Delaware courts push merger planners toward more disclosure before a stockholder vote.

By William Savitt

9 minute read

July 11, 2016 | National Law Journal

Engaging Deal Challenges on the Merits

A line of Delaware court rulings conclude that informed stockholder OKs should be accorded respect.

By William Savitt

9 minute read

March 28, 2016 | National Law Journal

Merger-Litigation Fever Begins to Cool

Delaware decision regarding Zillow-Trulia tie-up increases the likelihood of dismissals at early stages.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

December 07, 2015 | National Law Journal

When Small Rulings Have Outsized Consequences

Two recent decisions in Delaware and California reveal important lessons for M&A practitioners.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

December 04, 2015 | National Law Journal

When Small Rulings Have Outsized Consequences

Two recent decisions in Delaware and California reveal important lessons for M&A practitioners.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

May 11, 2015 | National Law Journal

Big Changes To Delaware's Arbitration Laws

Newly enacted legislation speeds up the resolution process. More controversial revisions could be next.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

May 10, 2015 | National Law Journal

Big Changes To Delaware's Arbitration Laws

Newly enacted legislation speeds up the resolution process. More controversial revisions could be next.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

January 26, 2015 | National Law Journal

Auction Requirement — Going Once, Going Twice

Delaware court rejects view that boards must consider multiple suitors when seeking a merger.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

January 25, 2015 | National Law Journal

Auction Requirement — Going Once, Going Twice

Delaware court rejects view that boards must consider multiple suitors when seeking a merger.

By William Savitt

5 minute read

September 22, 2014 | National Law Journal

Advisers Found Liable for Boards' Violations

Courts say third parties have aided and abetted directors in litigation over mergers and acquisitions.

By William Savitt

5 minute read