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John Meade

John Meade

USA 2026

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
 Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United States

USA - Nationwide

8 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

John is co-head of Davis Polk’s Capital Markets practice. He represents issuer and underwriter clients in public and private securities offerings, including IPOs and other equity offerings, investment-grade and high-yield debt offerings, and liability management transactions.

He also advises U.S. and non-U.S. corporations across a variety of industries on general corporate matters, including strategic and separation transactions, corporate governance, and SEC reporting and compliance matters.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United States - USA - Nationwide

Band 2
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John Meade maintains a broad capital markets practice, dedicated to the representation of both issuer and manager-side clients in IPOs and other equity offerings, as well as debt issuances.

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Strengths

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  • John is a seasoned legal expert and takes a proactive and practical approach to providing legal services.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Guide to the USA

  • He is a true superstar in the capital markets arena, not only for his deep expertise and first-class advice, but also for his remarkable composure under pressure.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Guide to the USA

  • John is great on complex issues and handles difficult client situations with grace.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Guide to the USA

  • He is an excellent lawyer who is experienced and creative.

    Capital Markets: Debt & Equity: Eastern United StatesChambers Guide to the USA

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