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Kara Mungovan

Kara Mungovan

USA 2026

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
 Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Tax

New York

7 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Kara is a member of Davis Polk’s Tax practice. She advises clients on the tax aspects of complex mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions and bank financings, both in the United States and internationally. Her work spans industries including consumer products and retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, and tech, media and telecom.

She is a member of the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Tax Section and a member of the New York Tax Forum.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Tax - New York

Band 4
Individual Editorial
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.
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Strengths

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  • 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.

    TaxChambers Guide to the USA

  • 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.

    TaxChambers Guide to the USA

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

    TaxChambers Guide to the USA

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