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Mark Mendez

Mark Mendez

Global 2026

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Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
 Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Capital Markets: Convertible Debt

USA

5 years ranked

Derivatives

USA

5 years ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Mark is head of Davis Polk’s Derivatives & Structured Products practice and a member of Davis Polk’s Capital Markets practice. He advises investment banks, corporations and hedge funds in the structuring, negotiation and execution of a wide variety of financial transactions and securities offerings.

Mark’s experience spans all types of convertible, exchangeable and equity-linked offerings. His work also includes all types of OTC equity derivatives, including forward sales, structured stock buybacks and hedging transactions. He also advises on affiliate margin loans.

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Capital Markets: Convertible Debt - USA

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Individual Editorial
Mark Mendez is a distinguished leader in the field for his ability to assist clients with convertible debt, which he combines with a deep knowledge of derivatives, making him a leading choice for clients seeking advice on structures requiring this joint expertise.
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Derivatives - USA

Band 1
Individual Editorial
Mark Mendez garners excellent feedback for his knowledge of equity derivatives and is highly regarded for his ability to advise on a broad range of equity-linked products.
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Strengths

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  • Mark is responsive and helpful.

    Capital Markets: Convertible DebtChambers Global Guide

  • He is the best in the business.

    Capital Markets: Convertible DebtChambers Global Guide

  • Mark is the expert on anything equity-linked. When he is on your team, you know he will deliver and that you are getting the best.

    Capital Markets: Convertible DebtChambers Global Guide

  • He is the preeminent thinker in the space.

    Capital Markets: Convertible DebtChambers Global Guide

  • He is extremely sharp and able to deal with all of the issues. He has strong commercial judgment and awareness of where the market sits.

    DerivativesChambers Global Guide

  • Mark is awesome, always responsive and probably works the hardest out of anyone I've seen.

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