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Chambers Review

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Tax - New York
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Band 1
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. Highlighted for its extensive expertise in financial products and capital markets. Regularly advises on the tax implications of major bankruptcies and real estate transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Davis Polk advised Emerson on the $8.2 billion acquisition of National Instruments.

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.

"He is a force of nature and is brilliant with clients."

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 remarkably sharp and able to provide clear analysis and advice in real time. He excels at boiling down complex situations to potential solutions, risk assessments and advice."

"He's very smart and commercial."

Lucy W Farr
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Lucy W Farr
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Band 2

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.

Michael Farber
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Michael Farber
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Band 2

Michael Farber is highlighted in the market for his significant expertise in structured products and derivatives. He also handles big-ticket corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions and dispositions.

"He sees the big picture and puts the pieces in order. His experience is invaluable."

Michael Mollerus
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Michael Mollerus
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Band 2

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 quick to respond, thoughtful and approachable."

"He's an amazing individual with incredible technical abilities and experience."

"Michael has a deep understanding of the broader trends across the industry and the marketplace, and is a wellspring of creative ideas that facilitate how we structure our transactions."

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’s most valuable attributes were not only being able to analyze complex tax issues, but to also help articulate the issues to us as the client."

"She is exceptionally diligent, hard-working and efficient. She helps with snap judgments for our fast-paced decisions."

"Kara did an excellent job collaborating with our team and was attentive to what was important to us. She was a strong advocate at negotiating the result in our favor."

Corey Goodman
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Corey Goodman
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Band 5

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 combines a phenomenal understanding of highly technical tax concepts with a practical, problem-solving approach. He is excellent to work with in all respects."

Patrick E Sigmon
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Patrick E Sigmon
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Up and Coming

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

William A. Curran
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William A. Curran
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Up and Coming

William Curran is an up-and-coming partner who 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.

"Bill is creative, extremely knowledgeable and highly attentive to clients' needs."

"Bill has in-depth knowledge and communicates clearly with highly complex tax concepts. He is super-easy to work with."

"He is very well versed on a variety of wide-ranging tax issues, and he is able to distill and explain complex tax concepts and issues into discrete decision points for audiences that are less familiar with the often esoteric world of tax. He's always very professional and responsive."

Ranked Lawyers at
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

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New York

Tax

Neil J Barr
E
Neil J Barr
E
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
2
Band 2
Michael Farber
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Michael Farber
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Band 2
Michael Mollerus
2
Michael Mollerus
2
Band 2
Kara Mungovan
4
Kara Mungovan
4
Band 4
Corey Goodman
5
Corey Goodman
5
Band 5
Patrick E Sigmon
U
Patrick E Sigmon
U
Up and Coming
William A. Curran
U
William A. Curran
U
Up and Coming