"doctrine of independent legal significance"

In a masterpiece of contract interpretation and statutory analysis, the Delaware Court of Chancery recently reconciled juxtaposed provisions in the Delaware General Corporation Law and a Certificate of Incorporation to allow a reincorporation of a Delaware company in Nevada with a majority vote—as compared to requiring a supermajority vote. Gunderson v. The Trade Desk, Inc

Greenmont Capital Partners, I, L.P. v. Mary’s Gone Crackers, Inc., C.A. No. 7265-VCP (Del. Ch. Sept. 28, 2012).

This opinion addresses the interpretation of the rights of the holders of preferred shares as well as the terms of a certificate of incorporation. The opinion also provides drafting tips for those who craft corporate charters. (For