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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Capital Markets: Equity: Issuer Counsel

Global Guide 2026 : USA


Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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Capital Markets: Equity: Issuer Counsel - USA

Band 1

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What the Team is Known For
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP demonstrates prowess in a range of capital markets transactions, both domestically and on an international scale, with a host of talented and experienced associates supporting a team of renowned partners in the space. The team acts for an enviable roster of clients and is particularly adept at handling the largest traditional IPOs in the market, as well as assisting on transactions involving SPACs. The attorneys also have experience in high-yield and investment grade debt offerings and provide complementary advice on convertible debt transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP advised the underwriters in connection with the SEC-registered offering by AbbVie Inc. of $15 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes in seven series.

Strengths

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  • The entire team is incredibly responsive, from the most senior partners to the most junior associates.

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  • Davis Polk is the best that we have dealt with. The team has tremendous depth of resources and can tackle any issue.

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  • Davis Polk is our go-to for the most complex and sophisticated matters.

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  • Davis Polk provides excellent client service and thoughtful guidance based on their immense experience and presence in the capital markets sphere.

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  • Davis Polk looks to solve complex issues and deliver for the client in the best possible way.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Star IndividualsMichael Kaplan
    Star IndividualsMichael Kaplan

    Michael Kaplan

    Michael Kaplan stands out for his market-leading practice, which encompasses the representation of issuers and managers in high-yield and investment-grade debt issuances, as well as equity offerings.
    • Michael is one of the best lawyers out there; he is incredibly experienced.

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    • Michael is one of the top capital markets lawyers in the US. He is incredibly responsive and commercial.

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    • Michael is fantastic, he is absolutely top notch and top tier.

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  • Star IndividualsRichard D Truesdell
    Star IndividualsRichard D Truesdell

    Richard D Truesdell

    Richard Truesdell wins broad acclaim as an industry-leading name for securities transactions. His stellar practice runs the full gamut of issuer and manager representation, advising on debt and equity offerings by companies in diverse industries.

    • He is the best lawyer I've ever worked with, his analysis is superb. He has a wealth of knowledge and always has insightful judgment.

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    • His technical knowledge is encyclopedic and the way he effortlessly guides transactions is second to none.

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    • Richard is one of the most excellent capital markets parnters. He has very deep understanding of complex securities issues and gives very strategic advice.

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    • The best capital markets and finance adviser in the country.

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    • Richard is the lawyer you want on your capital markets transaction.

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  • Band 1Alan Denenberg
    Band 1Alan Denenberg

    Alan Denenberg

    Alan Denenberg impresses with his experience handling significant IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as high -profile debt transactions, ranging from high-yield bonds to convertible debt.
    • Alan is simply the best, a trusted partner that balances legal risks and commercial needs.

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    • Alan Denenberg is a well-respected adviser with an impeccable reputation who has in-depth knowledge of market trends and securities law.

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    • Alan is our go-to Partner at Davis Polk in life sciences and technology.

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  • Band 2Deanna Kirkpatrick
    Band 2Deanna Kirkpatrick

    Deanna Kirkpatrick

    Deanna Kirkpatrick is a great choice of counsel for complex debt and equity transactions, boasting an excellent track record in traditional biotechnology IPOs as well as work for underwriters in substantial bond and note issuances.

    • She is very technically proficient and a good problem-solver.

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  • Band 2Emily Roberts
    Band 2Emily Roberts

    Emily Roberts

    Emily Roberts is commended for her ability to advise household name issuers and high-profile underwriters on the full range of debt and equity transactions.
    • Emily is technically very good.

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  • Band 2John Meade
    Band 2John Meade

    John Meade

    John Meade maintains a broad capital markets practice, dedicated to the representation of both issuer and manager-side clients in IPOs, and other equity offerings, as well as debt issuances.
    • John is outstanding. He is always available and provides very balanced, practical and actionable legal advice.

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    • He is a smart, level-headed and practical adviser.

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    • John Meade is a go-to lawyer on the most challenging and complex capital markets issues.

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    • He is our go-to lawyer with subject matter expertise, experience and good judgment.

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  • Band 3Byron Rooney
    Band 3Byron Rooney

    Byron Rooney

    Byron Rooney continues to impress clients with his talent at handling the full range of debt and equity securities offerings, including advising on novel transactional structures.
    • Byron is a cut above. He is so smart, so responsive, so good with clients and very commercial.

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    • Byron provides excellent customer service. He is a great communicator and very commercial.

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    • Byron goes above and beyond to meet our deadlines and providing very, very strong and reliable advice.

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  • Band 3Derek Dostal
    Band 3Derek Dostal

    Derek Dostal

    Derek Dostal comes recommended for his comprehensive debt practice. He has also established himself as a key figure in equity capital markets, with a particular expertise in IPOs.

    • Derek was great to work with, he dealt with a lot of complexity and took everything in stride.

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    • Derek is rapidly becoming an industry star. He is super responsive, brilliant and provides great service to his clients. I sleep soundly at night when I know that Derek is my outside counsel.

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    • He is practical and commerical.

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  • Band 4Marcel Fausten
    Band 4Marcel Fausten

    Marcel Fausten

    Marcel Fausten is developing an impressive reputation among companies and leading investment banks as a capital markets adviser of choice for debt and equity transactions.
    • Marcel is an absolutely phenomenal and responsive expert.

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    • Marcel is an incredible technical lawyer. He provides very good perspective on challenging issues. He's hands-on and personalized in how he approaches his clients.

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    • Marcel is smart, commercial and responsive.

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    • He is a great capital markets lawyer.

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  • Band 5Roshni Banker Cariello
    Band 5Roshni Banker Cariello

    Roshni Banker Cariello

    Roshi Banker Cariello is noted for her work handling debt and equity transactions including IPO and post-IPO work.

    • Roshni provides incredible service and is very commercial.

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    • Roshni is a risng star.

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  • Band 5Shane Tintle
    Band 5Shane Tintle

    Shane Tintle

    Shane Tintle has experience handling both the issuer and underwriter sides of debt and equity matters.

    • Shane provides outstanding, exceptional, efficient support across the board on all unsecure debt issuances.

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    • Shane is very business-minded, he is our go to for any question on this front. He is extremely responsive, proactive and reaches out to us regularly to check in.

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    • Shane Tintle has been outstanding in quality and speed of service. He understands our business needs and provides pragmatic and useful advice.

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    • He's on top of real time development, he is incredibly well informed and leads a phenomenal team.

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    • Shane is super available and offers constructive advice, industry knowledgeable and is very practical.

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  • Band 5Yasin Keshvargar
    Band 5Yasin Keshvargar

    Yasin Keshvargar

    Yasin Keshvargar gains recognition from issuers and underwriters for his ability to assist with a wide range of debt and equity transactions, including IPOs.
    • Yasin is an excellent attorney and also very pleasant to deal with.

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    • He is smart and a problem solver.

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  • USA, expertise based abroad in SpainMichael J Willisch
    USA, expertise based abroad in SpainMichael J Willisch

    Michael J Willisch

    Madrid-based practitioner Michael Willisch remains a trusted adviser due to his longstanding experience in the capital markets arena in Spain. He regularly assists with a broad range of mandates including private placements, share placements and share-swap transactions. As a US-qualified lawyer Michael Willisch is a particularly good choice for clients seeking comprehensive cross-border assistance.

Ranked Individuals at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (17)

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    Michael Kaplan

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    Richard D Truesdell

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    Deanna Kirkpatrick

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    John Meade

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    Marcel Fausten

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    Roshni Banker Cariello

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    Shane Tintle

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    Yasin Keshvargar

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    Alan Denenberg

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    Emily Roberts

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