Sam Glasscock’s corporate governance judicial philosophy still remains a mystery to many even after the completion of his first year as a Delaware Court of Chancery vice chancellor. While legal analysts say it often takes several years for a vice chancellor’s views to be apparent, they can see the influence of Glasscock’s mentor, former Chancellor William B. Chandler, in both his decisions and temperament.
Prior to his confirmation, Glasscock served as the court’s master in chancery, where he wrote what one attorney characterized as a "prolific" number of opinions. Despite the high volume of opinions during his time as master in chancery, there was nothing in his previous career that could be used to determine his corporate governance views.Glasscock has written 32 opinions as of June 29, the one-year anniversary of his ascension to the vice chancellor position, according to the Chancery Court’s website. Yet Delaware legal experts say that Glasscock’s views on the Delaware General Corporation Law remain somewhat enigmatic.
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