Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Fielding an interdisciplinary network of experienced M&A lawyers, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP specialises in supporting global players in the energy, manufacturing, and finance sectors on all aspects of complex joint ventures and acquisitions. The team frequently leverages the firm’s in-depth expertise in the executive compensation, tax, and regulatory fields to provide tailored advice to leading domestic and global blue-chip companies. William Aaronson, who co-heads the New York-based team, is an expert in handling all-stock mergers across jurisdictions, while co-chairs Louis Goldberg and George Bason offer extensive knowledge of restructurings as well as of corporate governance and crisis assignment matters. Oliver Smith routinely assists clients with joint ventures, Marc Williams handles complex spinoffs, and Daniel Brass primarily focuses on investments and collaborations. James Dougherty advises on leveraged buyouts and shareholder activism, while both Brian Wolfe and Cheryl Chan are knowledgeable in private M&A.