Jurisdictional Preference – Delaware, Nevada or Texas? (May 21, 2026)
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During this dynamic Legal Update, the panel will dive into the historical differences between these three jurisdictions and how and why many companies are now weighing the benefits and drawbacks of each one to determine their jurisdictional preference. The statutory law, business courts, case law, legislative structure and secretary of state offices of each jurisdiction will be explored, discussed and compared.
Co-Sponsored by the Corporate & Securities Network
*Not for CLE Credit*
Panelists:
Joy A. Barrist – Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP, Wilmington, Delaware - Joy A. Barrist provides her clients with a full range of commercial real estate legal services including guidance in the finance, acquisition, sale, lease, and development of complex multimillion-dollar real estate projects. Although the bulk of her practice is in Delaware and Pennsylvania, she also works with clients on projects around the country and internationally. She regularly represents banks and lending institutions, private equity firms, non-profit organizations, investors, developers, owners, management companies, landlords, and tenants. Among other recognitions, Joy is a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and the American College of Mortgage Attorneys.
Jonathan Thalheimer – Thalheimer, Cipione, Whelan & Morgan, PLLC, Dallas, Texas - Jonathan Thalheimer advises clients ranging from individuals and small businesses to large, publicly traded corporations. Focusing in commercial real estate sales, acquisitions, and development, he also has expertise in structured finance, including portfolio and construction lending, CMBS, loan syndications, and interest rate derivatives. Among other honors, Jonathan is a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and the American College of Mortgage Attorneys.
Fritz Battcher – Holland & Hart LLP, Las Vegas & Reno, Nevada - Working closely with entrepreneurs, Fritz Battcher helps emerging business and their owners bring the idea of a company into reality. He provides sophisticated guidance at every stage of development from choosing the right corporate entity, to ensuring compliance with standards and regulations, and strategic counsel to evaluate the risks and challenges of capital financing. Among other honors, Fritz has been named by Chambers USA in 2009-2014, 2016-2021, and 2023-2025.
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