S. Alexander Faris

John H. Newcomer, Jr. practices in the areas of real estate and commercial litigation. His experience in these dual fields provides his clients with a rare perspective in dealing with complex real estate and business matters. Understanding the dynamics of litigation, and how it impacts his clients’ business strategies, gives John the ability to draft transactional documents with an eye towards avoiding problems before they arise. John chairs Morris James' Real Estate Group. In his real ...

Gretchen S. Knight is a partner at Morris James LLP where she is the head of the Family Law practice. She has focused her practice in Family Law for more than twenty-five years, representing individuals in the Delaware Family Court in New Castle, Kent and Sussex Counties. She has a wide range of experience in all aspects of family law including the following: Divorce Division of Marital Property Alimony/Spousal Support Premarital Agreements Child Custody and Visitation Child Support Guardians...

Chad Stover represents clients in Delaware’s federal and state courts, and in courts across the country. He is a frequent first-chair trial attorney with a knack for making complex technical and factual problems understandable to juries, judges, and clients. Chad has successfully resolved patent and trademark claims, as well as breach of contract, fraud and other general commercial litigation claims, often involving licensing disputes. Known for building focused and persuasive arguments...

Jenness E. Parker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Corporate Governance Law. Jenness E., who practices law in Wilmington, Delaware, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jenness E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew R. Fogg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Delaware Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs and Delaware Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants. Matthew R., who practices law in Wilmington, Delaware, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practi...

James J. Gallagher, II maintains a comprehensive business and tax practice that includes the preparation of wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents. In his business practice, Jim counsels and advises clients on business formation and management, including the drafting of operating agreements and stockholder agreements. He is experienced in the preparation, review, and negotiation of documents for the purchase and sale of assets or stock or other equity interests, as well as commerc...

Joseph Cicero is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Joseph, who practices law in Wilmington, Delaware, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Joseph is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nathan P. Emeritz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Nathan P., who practices law in Wilmington, Delaware, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nathan P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Emilie R. Ninan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Commercial Transactions / UCC Law and Public Finance Law. Emilie R., who practices law in Wilmington, Delaware, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emilie R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Barbara Snapp Danberg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Barbara Snapp, who practices law in Wilmington, Delaware, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Barbara Snapp is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.