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Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP

Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border)

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP

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Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) - USA

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
The firm handles some of the world's most complex and high-value transactions, particularly public M&A involving US-listed corporations. The firm's M&A team is known for its strong capabilities in coordinating local firms worldwide on global transactions and is seen as an expert in acting as lead deal counsel, directing negotiations and providing strategic oversight in relation to execution in foreign jurisdictions. The team is also a top choice for foreign investors inbound to the USA and on international transactions governed by US law, with a significant client base in Europe.Cravath, Swaine & Moore is highlighted as an elite-level example of an independent, lockstep firm with significant global influence. Its approach towards international work revolves around maintaining a high-quality partner-led practice in New York which collaborates effectively with other elite independent firms based overseas to advise on cross-border matters. The firm's work is driven predominantly from its New York base, where the bulk of its expertise and resources are situated. It also has a long-established London office which provides clients with a European centre of gravity and a high-performing capital markets group.
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Strengths

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  • Cravath is extremely responsive, very knowledgeable and practical in its perspective and advice. It has a full bench of experts who are available and helpful.

    Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) respondentGlobal

  • The firm provides top quality advice and work product from senior partners down to the junior associates. It has a deep bench of expertise.

    Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border) respondentGlobal

  • Cravath brings wise and thoughtful counsel combined with the ability to synthesize other parts of the firm seamlessly to fit needs.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Faiza J Saeed
    Faiza J Saeed

    Faiza J Saeed

    Faiza Saeed commands respect from market sources for her superlative handling of M&A and corporate governance issues. She is active in transformative deals across a variety of sectors, including media, technology and energy.
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  • Mark I Greene
    Mark I Greene

    Mark I Greene

    Head of corporate Mark Greene maintains an active practice focused on complex M&A, investments and joint venture transactions.
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  • Richard Hall
    Richard Hall

    Richard Hall

    Richard Hall heads the firm's corporate practice in the EMEA region and acts for significant clients in foremost M&A. Clients also look to him for advice in complex governance matters.
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  • Robert I Townsend III
    Robert I Townsend III

    Robert I Townsend III

    Robert Townsend serves as co-head of the firm's global M&A practice, and advises on major transactions across a broad industry spectrum.
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