Davis Polk & Wardwell

Davis Polk & Wardwell is a leading international law firm known for advising on high-stakes corporate and financial matters. The firm handles complex cross-border transactions, capital markets work, restructurings and regulatory matters, and maintains a significant presence in global financial centers including Hong Kong.

The firm has earned a reputation for technical excellence and sector-focused depth across banking, capital markets, private equity and corporate governance. Its lawyers are routinely engaged on marquee transactions and sensitive regulatory engagements, reflecting sustained recognition among corporate clients and financial institutions.

Davis Polk emphasizes collaborative, partner-led teams that align legal strategy with clients business objectives. The firm prioritizes clear communication, proactive risk management and integrated global resources to deliver pragmatic solutions on time-sensitive and high-complexity matters.

About Davis Polk & Wardwell

Founded in 1849

1175 people in their team

Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Banking & Finance

Business

Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken

English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Davis Polk advises clients on large-scale mergers and acquisitions, public and private securities offerings, joint ventures and corporate governance matters. The firm structures and executes complex transactions involving multiple jurisdictions, tailoring deal architecture to commercial objectives while addressing regulatory, tax and compliance considerations.

Administrative

Admiralty & Maritime

Agriculture

Antitrust

Aviation

Business Registration

Contract

Due Diligence

Franchising

Gaming

Government Contract

Licensing

Merger & Acquisition

Transportation

Venture Capital

Cannabis Law

Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations

International Trade Law

Government Relations & Lobbying

Private Equity

Corporate Governance

Sanctions & Export Controls

Banking & Finance

The firm provides counsel on financing strategies, syndicated and structured financings, securities regulation and financial institution matters. Davis Polk assists lenders, borrowers and financial sponsors with debt and equity capital markets transactions, regulatory compliance, and crisis-response matters that require coordinated legal and regulatory expertise.

Investment

Securities

Financial Services Regulation

Tax Increment Financing

Project Finance

Structured Finance

Acquisition / Leveraged Finance

Debt Capital Markets

Equity Capital Markets

Sustainable Finance

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

Funds & Asset Management

Business

Davis Polk supports corporations, private equity firms and institutional investors on commercial strategy, corporate structuring, investment management and transactional execution. The firm delivers commercial-focused legal advice that aligns with clients operational goals, investor expectations and market dynamics.

Accounting & Auditing

Communications & Media Law

Employer

Health Care

International

Legal Document

New Business Formation

Office Solutions

Tax

FDA Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

The litigation and dispute-resolution team handles securities litigation, regulatory investigations, complex commercial disputes and enforcement matters. Davis Polk represents clients in courts and before regulators, developing litigation strategies that combine rigorous factual analysis, procedural mastery and effective negotiation to protect client interests.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration

Appeal

Class Action

General Litigation

Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Commercial Litigation

Antitrust Litigation

Restructuring & Insolvency

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