Prickett, Jones & Elliott, P.A. – Wilmington, DE

A Delaware Legal Institution

Prickett, Jones and Elliott, P.A. is one of the oldest and most distinguished law firms in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1888, the firm has been a pillar of the state’s legal community for over a century. Unlike many satellite offices of national firms, Prickett Jones is a purely Delaware firm with a deep history of shaping local corporate law. They are widely recognized for their expertise in the Court of Chancery, where they represent stockholders, directors, and corporations in high-stakes litigation. If you are looking to find a corporate lawyer who understands the nuances of Delaware’s business statutes inside and out, Prickett Jones offers a level of insight that comes from decades of specialized practice.

Practice Areas

• Corporate Litigation: The firm is a powerhouse in litigating disputes involving mergers and acquisitions, breach of fiduciary duty, and corporate control contests. They frequently represent institutional investors and stockholders in derivative actions.
• Corporate Counseling: They provide strategic advice to boards of directors and special committees regarding their fiduciary obligations and governance issues.
• Intellectual Property: The firm represents clients in patent and trademark disputes in the District of Delaware federal court.
• Commercial Litigation: Prickett Jones handles a wide variety of business disputes, including contract claims and alternative entity litigation (LLCs and LPs).

Historic Lawyers’ Row

The firm occupies a unique space in Wilmington’s history, located in the historic Lawyers’ Row district. Their offices at 1310 North King Street are part of a complex of restored buildings that reflect the firm’s long-standing commitment to the city. This location places them just blocks away from the courthouses where they appear almost daily. Whether you need to hire a litigation lawyer for a complex trial or seek advice on a sensitive corporate matter, Prickett, Jones and Elliott provides representation that is both sophisticated and deeply rooted in Delaware tradition.