Richards Layton

On September 11, 2023, Governor Carney signed into law the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act, making Delaware one of twelve states that have passed comprehensive data privacy laws in the absence of a national law. rlf.com/delaware-enact…

Richards Layton has once again been selected by @Law360 as a Delaware Regional Powerhouse. Noting that Richards Layton has long been “a force in the state,” Law360 reports that “the firm has continued to set itself apart in a competitive legal market.” rlf.com/news/richards-…

The @BestLawyers in America has named 78 Richards, Layton & Finger attorneys in its 2024 rankings. rlf.com/news/78-richar…

On August 9, 2023, Governor Carney signed House Bill 62 into law, requiring a general reassessment of all real property to be performed within each county at least once every five years. rlf.com/real-estate-ta…

Our trusts & estates practice is again recognized in Chambers HNW, a guide to the world’s leading high-net-worth advisors. Directors Peter Conaty, Beth Knight and Don Sparks are recognized in Private Wealth Law and Chad Shandler in Private Wealth Disputes. rlf.com/news/the-gold-…

Our firm received the highest gold ranking and firm directors Fred Cottrell, Kelly Farnan, Travis Hunter, and Jeffrey Moyer are named among Delaware’s top patent attorneys in the 2023 edition of @IAMPatent1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals. rlf.com/news/the-preem…

Legislation proposing to amend the Delaware Limited Liability Company Act, the Delaware Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act and the Delaware Revised Uniform Partnership Act has been introduced to the Delaware General Assembly. rlf.com/proposed-amend…

After requirement flexibilities implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic sunset on July 31, 2023, employers will have 30 days to reach compliance with Form I-9 requirements. rlf.com/form-i-9-remot…

Richards, Layton & Finger is “universally regarded as a top-tier firm in Delaware” (The Legal 500).  The firm is highly ranked in two categories in @thelegal500’s 2023 national rankings: tier 1 in M&A Delaware Counsel and tier 2 in M&A Litigation: Defense. rlf.com/news/unique-ex…

@ManagingIP’s 2023 edition of IP Stars ranks Richards Layton as Highly Recommended—the guide’s highest firm ranking—and recognizes firm directors Fred Cottrell and Kelly Farnan as Patent Stars. In addition, Jason Rawnsley has been named a Rising Star. rlf.com/news/richards-…

36 Richards, Layton & Finger attorneys have been recognized for preeminence in their fields by @ChambersGuides, one of the world’s most respected legal directories. rlf.com/news/36-richar…

The recently enacted federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations to workers for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. rlf.com/new-federal-la…

Our firm's @SuperLawyers honorees were chosen for their exceptional skill, accomplishments, and peer recognition. rlf.com/news/22-richar…

On 4/21/23, Governor John Carney announced his intention to allow House Bills 1 and 2 to be enacted into Delaware law without his signature, legalizing certain recreational use and possession of marijuana and marijuana-related paraphernalia in Delaware.  rlf.com/new-laws-legal…

Legislation proposing to amend the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware is expected to be introduced to the Delaware General Assembly for consideration during its 2023 regular session. rlf.com/2023-proposed-…

On 2/21/23, the National Labor Relations Board in McLaren Macomb held that severance agreements requiring employees to waive their rights through confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions violate Section 8(a)(1) of the National Labor Relations Act. rlf.com/national-labor…

The Delaware Supreme Court issued a Cross-Designation Order allowing CCLD judges to sit as temporary vice chancellors who may hear and decide cases as selected by the Chancellor of the Court of Chancery and the President Judge of the Superior Court. rlf.com/ccld-judges-cr…

An Overview of The Corporate Transparency Act – On September 30, 2022, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) published the final rule concerning beneficial ownership reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act. rlf.com/the-corporate-…

Doneene Damon will speak on a panel next week at #SFVegas2023 entitled “The Courts: Top Legal Issues Facing Our Markets.” #SFVegas #EngageLearnConnect

Sara Wagner and Tony Roustopoulos recently wrote an article for @BestLawyers on the creativity real estate dealmakers will need to adapt to ever-shifting market conditions. bestlawyers.com/article/capita…