Chapter I · Scope Of Rules — Form Of Action

Rule 1. Scope and Purpose

Amended 2025 (current)

These rules shall govern the procedure in the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware. They should be construed, administered, and employed by the Court and the parties to secure the just, speedy, and inexpensive determination of every proceeding. History. Amended, May 16, 2019, effective July 1, 2019; May 31, 2024, effective June 14, 2024.