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Chambers Review

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Tax - New York

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What the Team is Known For

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is a marquee domestic and international tax practice, covering the spectrum of tax planning and controversy for its impressive multinational client base. The firm is highlighted for its extensive expertise in financial products and capital markets, and regularly advises on the tax implications of major bankruptcies and real estate transactions.

Work Highlights

  • Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP advised Comcast Corporation on tax aspects of its creation of a new publicly traded company called Versant.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Neil J Barr
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Neil J Barr
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Eminent Practitioners
Neil Barr offers vast experience in transactional tax matters, regularly advising clients on domestic and cross-border M&A, spin-outs and sales. He acts as the firm's chair and managing partner.

Neil is a trusted adviser. He is deeply knowledgeable, has reliable judgment and is highly responsive. He is the person I call with my biggest, most sensitive legal questions.

David H Schnabel
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David H Schnabel
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Band 1

David Schnabel is highly regarded for his skilled handling of tax matters. He regularly acts for clients, including private equity firms and energy companies, on high value M&A.

He is my favorite tax adviser.

David is really excellent. He is one of the leaders in the United States for partnership taxation.

David has an amazing breadth of knowledge, problem-solving abilities and an ability to give clear understandable advice in real time.

Lucy W Farr
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Lucy W Farr
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Band 1
Lucy Farr continues to be a go-to for financial institutions seeking counsel on the development of financial products. She also has notable expertise in cross-border matters.

Lucy is consistently excellent.

Michael Mollerus
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Michael Mollerus
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Band 1
Michael Mollerus is a well-regarded tax practitioner with commendable expertise in M&A and other corporate transactions. His client roster includes private equity firms.

He is the best tax lawyer in NYC.

Michael is really smart, thoughtful and responsive.

Corey Goodman
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Corey Goodman
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Band 4
Corey Goodman has a growing practice which includes advising clients on federal tax matters. He also handles tax issues revolving around transactions such as M&A and joint ventures.

Corey is incredible. He really knows his stuff. He is practical, creative and explains complex tax issues in understandable terms.

Kara Mungovan
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Kara Mungovan
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Band 4
Kara Mungovan wins praise from clients and peers alike for her work on complex corporate transactions. She frequently works on M&A, capital markets deals and financings.

Kara is a quintessential DPW partner. She has deep subject matter expertise in M&A. She is very thoughtful and analytical, but also a great team player.

Kara has an exceptional ability to explain highly complex concepts in a clear and understandable way. Her technical expertise is outstanding and she provides insightful advice on issues that may not be immediately apparent. She is also forward-thinking, anticipating challenges and opportunities before they arise.

Kara is very technically strong. We are always confident in the advice that she provides.

William A. Curran
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William A. Curran
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Band 4

William Curran advises on a range of tax work. He is particularly adept at cross-border matters, including restructuring and mergers, for both public and private clients.

Patrick E Sigmon
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Patrick E Sigmon
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Band 5

Patrick Sigmon is a talented partner highlighted for his expertise in complex M&A and restructurings. His client base includes prominent public and private companies.

An absolute rockstar. He is a professional problem-solver to be trusted on all accounts. He is a personified bucket of water to put out fires.

Aliza Slansky
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Aliza Slansky
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Up and Coming

Aliza Slansky is a rising star in the tax department, recognized for her skills advising clients on a variety of transactions, including M&A deals and IPOs.

Aliza is a trusted advisor who quickly understands the relevant transaction and can provide both comprehensive and understandable tax advice in a short timeframe.

Aliza is a rigorous thinker on tax products.

Ethan Goldman
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Ethan Goldman
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Up and Coming

Ethan Goldman is an up-and-coming partner in the tax team, adept at handling a wide range of transactions, including cross-border M&A deals, joint ventures and partnership investments.

Ethan is very responsive and able to communicate complex issues very well. He connects the dots on different issues and experiences.

Ethan is at the top of the next generation of tax lawyers. He has great judgment, is responsive and willing to take the time to truly understand all issues and provide great advice.

Ethan is very thoughtful, sharp and knows his stuff.

Ranked Lawyers at
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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New York

Tax

Neil J Barr
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Neil J Barr
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Eminent Practitioners
David H Schnabel
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David H Schnabel
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Band 1
Lucy W Farr
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Lucy W Farr
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Band 1
Michael Mollerus
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Michael Mollerus
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Band 1
Corey Goodman
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Corey Goodman
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Band 4
Kara Mungovan
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Kara Mungovan
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Band 4
William A. Curran
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William A. Curran
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Band 4
Patrick E Sigmon
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Patrick E Sigmon
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Band 5
Aliza Slansky
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Aliza Slansky
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Up and Coming
Ethan Goldman
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Ethan Goldman
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Up and Coming