Jon E. Abramczyk

Jon E. Abramczyk is a seasoned trial lawyer with deep experience handling high-stakes corporate disputes. His work spans litigation involving mergers and acquisitions, governance issues, and control disputes for Delaware business entities. He frequently advises boards and special committees on complex corporate law matters, including conflict transactions and stockholder actions.

Jon began his academic journey at the University of Pennsylvania, earning both a BA and BS in health care economics in 1982. He then earned his JD, graduating cum laude from Tulane University Law School in 1985, where he served as senior managing editor of the Tulane Law Review. Following law school, he clerked for the Honorable Joseph T. Walsh of the Delaware Supreme Court before entering private practice.

Jon’s courtroom experience includes representing major Fortune 500 companies and defending claims involving dissolution challenges, fiduciary duty allegations, and director compensation disputes. His litigation background extends to the Complex Commercial Litigation Division of the Delaware Superior Court, where he has handled significant commercial matters.

Jon has led teams in landmark cases, including securing one of the largest percentage appraisal awards in Delaware history and contributing to a jury verdict ranked among the top ten nationally in 2013. His representative matters also include defending independent directors in multi-forum litigation, protecting corporate transactions, and resolving contract disputes for high-profile clients.

Jon E. Abramczyk continues to be a trusted counsel for complex corporate disputes, known for his strategic judgment and ability to navigate the most challenging legal matters with precision and effectiveness. Jon’s work has earned recognition in prominent legal rankings for over a decade. His peers and clients regard him as a highly skilled advocate with exceptional knowledge of Delaware law. His leadership has extended beyond the courtroom through service on the Delaware Supreme Court Rules Committee and leadership roles in local arts organizations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Former Member, Delaware Supreme Court Rules Committee
• Former Chairman of the Board, Delaware Symphony Association
• Former President, Delaware Arts Consortium Endowment Fund

Licensed State

• Delaware
• Pennsylvania

Education

• Tulane University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Science (BS)
• University of Pennsylvania
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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