Cooch & Taylor

At Cooch and Taylor, we believe that the keys to delivering results in litigation are listening, understanding, and believing in the goals of our clients. For nearly 60 years, our respected practice has been based on personal relationships. Whether it's acting as Delaware counsel, partnering with out-of-state firms, or representing businesses and individuals based right here in Delaware, we understand that you need representation you can trust. Our rigorous advocacy and unyielding integrity set us apart.

Our trial attorneys are known for their advocacy, judgment, and responsiveness. At Cooch and Taylor, you are never simply a case number or a file to process. We understand that you need representation you can trust, and you'll find it in our rigorous advocacy and unyielding integrity.

We are proud to be the "go-to" trial firm for many clients in complex or bet-the-company cases. Our team of attorneys has a diverse background of industry experience and represents companies and individuals with matters in Delaware and beyond. From corporate governance to commercial disputes, insurance coverage to product liability, and nearly everything in between, we are here to stand beside you and build a custom solution that fits your needs.

Our firm's primary focus is on assisting clients embroiled in complex litigation. We have a long history of helping our clients navigate the legal landscape and achieve their goals. With a deep understanding of the law and a commitment to our clients, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of service.

Firm History

Edward W. Cooch, Jr. ("Ned") and Donald C. Taylor ("Don") met and joined as partners in the practice of law as a result of their knowledge and confidence in the late Judge Richard S. Rodney. After four and a half years of military service, Ned had married Judge Rodney's daughter, Sarah, on June 12, 1954. Don had worked for Judge Rodney for five years as his law clerk. In 1960, Ned and Don decided to form their own law firm, and Cooch and Taylor was born.

Since its inception, Cooch and Taylor has grown into one of Wilmington's older and most respected law firms. Throughout its distinguished history, the firm has assisted a wide variety of clients in both transactional and litigation matters. Today, the firm's primary focus is on assisting clients embroiled in complex litigation.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of legal services designed to meet the needs of our clients. Our practice areas include:

• Business Litigation: We handle all aspects of business litigation, including contract disputes, breach of fiduciary duty, and shareholder disputes.
• Corporate Litigation: Our attorneys have extensive experience in corporate litigation, including corporate governance disputes, derivative actions, and securities litigation.
• Delaware (Local) Counsel: We serve as local counsel for out-of-state firms and assist with matters in Delaware courts.
• Construction Defect Litigation: We represent clients in construction defect cases, including residential and commercial construction disputes.
• Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) Defense: We defend clients against claims under the FDCPA and FCRA.
• Insurance Coverage Litigation: Our attorneys handle insurance coverage disputes, including bad faith claims and declaratory judgment actions.
• Products Liability: We represent clients in product liability cases, including claims involving defective products and personal injuries.
• Intellectual Property Litigation: Our attorneys handle intellectual property disputes, including patent, trademark, and copyright litigation.
• Trade Secret Litigation: We represent clients in trade secret cases, including misappropriation of trade secrets and unfair competition claims.
• Patent Litigation: Our attorneys handle patent litigation, including infringement actions and declaratory judgment actions.
• Business and Commercial Bankruptcy: We assist clients with business and commercial bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 reorganizations and Chapter 7 liquidations.
• Realtor and Real Estate Agent Liability Defense: We defend realtors and real estate agents against claims of negligence, breach of contract, and other related claims.
• Personal Injury Litigation: Our attorneys handle personal injury cases, including wrongful death claims and catastrophic injury cases.
• General Litigation: We handle all types of general litigation, including contract disputes, tort claims, and other civil matters.

At Cooch and Taylor, we understand that serious and complex commercial litigation disputes involve various levels of risk. To that end, we often collaborate with clients on a variety of alternative fee and contingency fee arrangements. We have worked under these alternative arrangements in both plaintiff and defense matters, recognizing that each case is unique and requires fresh consideration with respect to creating a formula that works for both parties.