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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide

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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is a go-to firm for high-stakes transactional work. It is well-supported by a strong suite of complementary departments. The firm houses strong capabilities in M&A, joint ventures and divestitures and acts for a slew of market-leading clients from a range of industries including pharmaceuticals, consumer goods and technology. It boasts strong capabilities on both the East and West Coasts, in addition to its international footprint.
Notable practitioners

New York-based Melissa Sawyer is a key contact.

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Work Highlights

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell advised Discover on its $50.6 billion all-stock merger with Capital One.

Strengths

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  • The team are pragmatic, have a business sensibility and can help navigate complicated situations.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

  • The team is exceptionally strong across the board.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

  • They consistently demonstrate the qualities we look for in outside counsel: technical excellence, commercial pragmatism and a deep commitment to client service.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentUSA

  • Sullivan & Cromwell are top in terms of client service, sophistication and knowledge of M&A.

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