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William H. Taft V

William H. Taft V

USA 2026

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

About

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USA

Practice Areas

William H. Taft V, based in the New York office, is a partner in the Litigation Department, and is the firm’s Chief Financial Officer and a member of the firm’s Management Committee. His practice focuses on commercial and corporate governance litigation and international arbitration. Mr. Taft has experience leading complex commercial matters for clients across a range of industries, including private equity, sports & entertainment, energy, commercial real estate, project finance and insurance. He is admitted to practice before the New York State Courts, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York and several U.S. Courts of Appeals, and he has appeared in arbitrations under the rules of the major U.S. and international institutions.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

International Arbitration: Enforcement - USA - Nationwide

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

William Taft is a highly regarded litigator who often advises clients on international disputes and in award enforcement proceedings.

Sports Law - USA - Nationwide

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

William Taft of Debevoise & Plimpton has a broad litigation practice that sees him instructed by high profile sport brands and associations. He is well versed in a wide variety of contentious matters including cases involving RICO legislation. Taft is also expert in negotiating collective bargaining agreements.

Strengths

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  • He's an exceptional litigator with a remarkably broad practice.

    International Arbitration: EnforcementChambers Guide to the USA
  • William is an outstanding litigator and trusted advisor who immerses himself in our business and brings sophistication, perspective, depth and nuance.

    Sports LawChambers Guide to the USA

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