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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Corporate Governance

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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Rankings

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Corporate Governance - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Debevoise & Plimpton offers a comprehensive corporate governance service to its public company and private equity client base, offering a strong pedigree in SEC disclosure, shareholder engagement and crisis management matters. Clients also benefit from the firm's resources in related areas, including executive compensation, shareholder activism and transactional teams.

Work Highlights

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  • Debevoise & Plimpton acted for Hess on governance issues related to its acquisition by Chevron.

Strengths

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  • The team provides business-minded, practical advice and the the attorneys are prompt and highly competent. It's a top-notch firm with commensurate capabilities.

    Corporate Governance respondentUSA
  • They make sure they understand our business, ownership and teams. They take a proactive, holistic approach to their coverage which ensures we stay on top of interconnected matters and related impacts.

    Corporate Governance respondentUSA
  • The firm has a depth of knowledge with respect to governance issues and provides practical and useful advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Matthew E Kaplan
    Band 2Matthew E Kaplan

    Matthew E Kaplan

    Matthew Kaplan is a highly experienced corporate lawyer who offers broad skills in corporate governance and SEC disclosure matters.

    • He is a trusted adviser on a wide range of matters, from mundane to highly sensitive and is able to provide practical advice across the board.

      Corporate Governance respondentUSA
    • Matt is a true counselor who takes the time to understand the nuances of our unique business needs.

      Corporate Governance respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP (1)

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