Delaware chief justice to lead two national court organizations

Williamsburg, Va. (Aug. 1, 2025) - Delaware Supreme Court Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz, Jr., has been named president of the Conference of Chief Justices (CCJ) and chair of the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) Board of Directors.

Both one-year terms began during CCJ's annual conference and NCSC's Board of Directors meetings in Rockport, Maine, this week.

Founded in 1949 and comprised of the top judicial officers of each state, CCJ promotes the interests and effectiveness of state judicial systems by developing policies and educational programs designed to improve court operations. CCJ also acts as the primary representative of the state courts before Congress and federal executive agencies. 

"Chief Justice Seitz's leadership in Delaware is a testament to his commitment to access and fairness. His insights and experience are invaluable in our efforts to collectively address difficult issues facing state courts across the country while strengthening public trust and confidence," said NCSC President Elizabeth T. Clement.

Chief Justice Seitz joined the Delaware Supreme Court in 2015 and became the chief justice in November 2019. Prior to his appointment, he founded a corporate advisory and litigation firm and was also a longtime partner at a large Wilmington firm and litigated corporate and intellectual property disputes.

Chief Justice Seitz is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and former trustee of the American Inns of Court. He serves as judicial liaison to the American Bar Association's Corporate Laws Committee and is a member of The American Law Institute, where he serves as a judicial advisor on its restatement of the law, corporate governance. He also serves on the Judicial Conference Committee on Federal-State Jurisdiction.

Chief Justice Seitz earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware and his law degree from Villanova University School of Law.