Court of Chancery
Who We
Are
The Delaware Court of Chancery is widely recognized as the nation's preeminent forum for the determination of disputes involving the internal affairs of the thousands upon thousands of Delaware corporations and other business entities through which a vast amount of the world's commercial affairs is conducted. Its unique competence in and exposure to issues of business law are unmatched.
History
A short history of the Court of Chancery, which dates back to 1792.
Jurisdiction
Detailed description of the legal jurisdiction of the Court.
Judicial Officers
Short biographies on the judicial officers of the Court.
Chancery Opinions & Orders
Latest and archived decisions by the Court.
Rules & Amendments
Rules and recent amendments governing Court procedures.
Standing Order No. 10 , effective July 27, 2022
Court Costs & Filing Fees
List of fees and charges.
Information &
Services
Attorneys and Litigants
Guidelines for Persons Litigating in the Court of Chancery
Guidelines for Requesting Court of Chancery Rule 174(b) Mediation
Guide for Self-Represented Litigants in Civil Actions in the Court of Chancery
Guidelines for Requesting Special Designation of Judicial Officers in Court of Chancery Actions
Guardianship
In the Court of Chancery a guardian is a person appointed to make medical and/or financial decisions on behalf of a person with a disability.
Learn More About the Guardianship Process in Delaware.
For the Media
Guidelines for Use of Laptops in the Courtroom.
Court of Chancery Calendar.
Docket Information - Civil actions filed with the court are available online at File and ServeXpress.
Court Resources
Contact information and requirements for Special Process Servers.
Mediation Guidelines - information on Voluntary Mediation in the Court of Chancery.
Request transcripts - contacts and costs.
Latest News and
Announcements
The Honorable David Hume, IV Joins The Court of Chancery as Magistrate In Chancery
February 10, 2025—The Delaware Court of Chancery welcomes the Honorable David Hume, IV as its newest Magistrate in Chancery. A longtime public servant with over 25 years of experience in the Delaware Department of Justice, Magistrate Hume has held key leadership roles, including Sussex County Chief Prosecutor and Chief Legal Ethics Officer. His chambers will be located in Georgetown, Delaware, though he will handle cases statewide. Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick praised his dedication to justice and extensive litigation experience..
The Delaware Court of Chancery is proud to announce its third annual Legal History Art Contest, open to Delaware students in grades 7-12, to honor the 1952 Court of Chancery rulings in Belton v. Gebhart and Bulah v. Gebhart ordering the desegregation of two Delaware public schools. In 1954, the United States Supreme Court affirmed these rulings in the landmark case Brown v. Board of Education.
January 7, 2025—Today, the Honorable Bonnie W. David was sworn in as Vice Chancellor of the Court of Chancery in a small, private ceremony at the Court of Chancery Courthouse in Georgetown, Delaware. She is the forty-fifth judicial officer appointed pursuant to the Delaware Constitution in the Court’s 232-year history. Vice Chancellor David is filling the position of Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock III, who retired from the bench today.
January 2, 2025—In recognition of her leadership role, Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick has named Selena E. Molina Senior Magistrate Judge, effective January 1, 2025. In this role, Magistrate Molina will continue to handle cases and assist the Chancellor with administrative tasks associated with the Magistrate docket.
Court
Locations
The Court of Chancery has offices in New Castle County, Kent County and Sussex County. The addresses and phone numbers for each location are listed below.
Leonard L. Williams
Justice Center
500 North King Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
302-255-0544
Kent County
Courthouse
414 Federal Street
Dover, DE 19901
302-735-1930
Court of Chancery
Courthouse
34 The Circle
Georgetown, DE 19947
302-856-5777
Register of
Wills
The Register of Wills is responsible for assisting individuals and attorneys with the probate process and maintains records relating to estates. The Register of Wills is a clerk of the Court of Chancery and has an office in each county of the state.
New Castle County Officeexternal link opens in new window
Kent County Officeexternal link opens in new window
Sussex County Officeexternal link opens in new window