Louis J. Rizzo, Jr.

Louis J. Rizzo Jr. is the Managing Partner at Reger Rizzo & Darnall LLP, where he brings deep litigation experience and strategic clarity to complex civil and commercial matters. With over 60 jury trials under his belt, he represents insurers, construction firms, and businesses across diverse industries in high-stakes disputes.

Louis earned his J.D. from Villanova University School of Law in 1993 and his B.A. from Fordham University in 1989. Admitted to practice in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, Louis is equipped to litigate matters of regional and national significance, particularly in Delaware’s renowned courts.

Louis’s practice focuses on insurance coverage, business torts, construction defect litigation, and shareholder disputes. He has a strong record of high-stakes litigation, including precedent-setting appellate wins such as the Delaware Supreme Court’s landmark opioid insurance coverage decision involving Ace American Insurance Company. Louis also played a key role in the Boy Scouts of America Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization trial, bringing strategic insight to one of the most closely watched bankruptcy cases in recent years.

In bankruptcy matters, Louis has represented trade creditors and lessors in preference actions, adversary proceedings, and fraudulent conveyance disputes. He frequently acts as local counsel in Delaware state, federal, and bankruptcy courts for nationally significant cases, combining procedural precision with practical insight.

Clients value Louis J. Rizzo Jr. for his hands-on litigation style, candid assessments, and strategy tailored to business and economic realities. He is recognized for effective courtroom advocacy and a solutions-driven approach, avoiding unnecessary litigation while positioning clients for success when trials are necessary.

Louis’s commitment extends beyond litigation. He is active in civic, charity, and professional organizations and often speaks on litigation strategy. Known for weaving historical context into trial narratives, he brings both intellect and creativity to the courtroom, ensuring compelling and client-focused representation every time.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Reger Rizzo & Darnall LLP
• Member, Delaware Bar Association
• Member, Maryland Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third and Fourth Circuits

Licensed State

• Delaware
• Maryland
• New Jersey
• Pennsylvania

Education

• Villanova University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Fordham University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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