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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - California: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Surrou

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Well-established corporate practice with notable expertise in acting for technology companies on complex and high-value M&A. Enjoys a fine reputation for its work with early-stage companies and is also regularly called upon to provide counsel to major multinationals. Significant experience handling corporate financing transactions, and is particularly noted for its strong cross-border capabilities.
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Work Highlights

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  • Davis Polk & Wardell advised Altair Engineering on its $10.6 billion acquisition by Siemens.

Strengths

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  • They understand our rationale for deals and help us prioritize the terms that matter most to us. They even help us identify critical pain points in negotiations that we might otherwise overlook.

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  • They have an expansive footprint, are very comprehensive and have a good communication style.

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  • The team is very responsive, easy to get a hold of and quick to deliver advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Diz
    Michael Diz

    Michael Diz

    Michael Diz serves as counsel to major companies and private equity firms, particularly in connection with technology, media and telecommunications deals.

    • He is incredibly responsive, anticipates our questions and takes a 360-degree view.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • Michael is responsive, client-friendly and has good judgment.

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  • Alan Denenberg
    Alan Denenberg

    Alan Denenberg

    Alan Denenberg maintains a highly respected practice that sees him frequently engaged in large public and private transactions in a broad variety of industries.

    • He is very experienced, responsive and willing to be creative to come to the best solutions.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • Alan is an incredible talent. He is thoughtful, practical and approaches issues with an understanding of where both sides are coming from.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • He is extremely knowledgeable and helpful in M&A matters.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

    • He is an excellent partner and collaborator.

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    • Alan is fantastic.

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