DELAWARE — Governor Matt Meyer has nominated Judge Eric M. Davis to serve as the next president judge of the Superior Court of Delaware. If confirmed, Davis will succeed former President Judge Jan R. Jurden. Davis, who has been serving on the Superior Court since 2012, previously chaired the court’s Complex Commercial Litigation Division. Before his time on the Superior Court, he served on the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware. Governor Meyer praised Davis for his dedication and judicial expertise, noting, “His extensive experience and commitment to justice make him a great choice to lead our Superior Court into the future.” Davis earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in 1985 and his law degree from Emory University School of Law in 1992. Prior to his judicial career, he practiced law at Miles & Stockbridge, P.C. and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, where he became a partner. Davis expressed his gratitude for the nomination, stating, “If confirmed, I look forward to continuing to serve the people of Delaware and upholding the high standards of our judiciary.”
The Superior Court of Delaware handles civil and criminal cases and is known for its significant role in corporate and commercial law. Davis’ nomination is now subject to Senate confirmation.
