Ranking tables

Corporate/M&A | USA

New York

Rankings overview for Lawyers

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  1. Adam M Turteltaub
    Adam M Turteltaub Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP13 Years Ranked
  2. Ariel J Deckelbaum
    Ariel J Deckelbaum Ropes & Gray LLP12 Years Ranked
  3. Audra Cohen
    Audra Cohen Sullivan & Cromwell LLP5 Years Ranked
  4. Brandon Van Dyke
    Brandon Van Dyke Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates6 Years Ranked
  5. Clare O'Brien
    Clare O'Brien A&O Shearman23 Years Ranked
  6. David B Feirstein
    David B Feirstein Kirkland & Ellis LLP9 Years Ranked
  7. David Boston
    David Boston Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP19 Years Ranked
  8. David Lam
    David Lam Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz2 Years Ranked
  9. David S Allinson
    David S Allinson Latham & Watkins LLP11 Years Ranked
  10. Eduardo Gallardo
    Eduardo Gallardo Paul Hastings LLP9 Years Ranked
  11. Edward J Lee
    Edward J Lee Kirkland & Ellis LLP3 Years Ranked
  12. Edward M Zimmerman
    Edward M Zimmerman Lowenstein Sandler LLP22 Years Ranked
  13. H. Oliver Smith
    H. Oliver Smith Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP7 Years Ranked
  14. James E Abbott
    James E Abbott Seward & Kissel LLP13 Years Ranked
  15. James Langston
    James Langston Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP4 Years Ranked
  16. Jeffrey D Marell
    Jeffrey D Marell Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP14 Years Ranked
  17. Jenny Hochenberg
    Jenny Hochenberg Freshfields US LLP3 Years Ranked
  18. John D Franchini
    John D Franchini Milbank LLP14 Years Ranked
  19. John Reiss
    John Reiss White & Case LLP21 Years Ranked
  20. Jonathan Davis
    Jonathan Davis Kirkland & Ellis LLP6 Years Ranked
  21. Karessa Cain
    Karessa Cain Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz3 Years Ranked
  22. Keith Pagnani
    Keith Pagnani Sullivan & Cromwell LLP11 Years Ranked
  23. Kenneth M Wolff
    Kenneth M Wolff Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates11 Years Ranked
  24. Peter Harwich
    Peter Harwich Latham & Watkins LLP13 Years Ranked
  25. Phillip R Mills
    Phillip R Mills Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP23 Years Ranked
  26. Randi C Lesnick
    Randi C Lesnick Jones Day12 Years Ranked
  27. Stephen M Kotran
    Stephen M Kotran Sullivan & Cromwell LLP21 Years Ranked
  28. Steven Seidman
    Steven Seidman Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP21 Years Ranked
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  1. Aaron Gruber
    Aaron Gruber Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP4 Years Ranked
  2. Alan F Zoccolillo Jr
    Alan F Zoccolillo Jr Baker McKenzie6 Years Ranked
  3. Anthony Vernace
    Anthony Vernace Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP6 Years Ranked
  4. Benjamin Sibbett
    Benjamin Sibbett Clifford Chance US LLP9 Years Ranked
  5. Carl R Sanchez
    Carl R Sanchez Paul Hastings LLP19 Years Ranked
  6. Charles A Samuelson
    Charles A Samuelson Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP19 Years Ranked
  7. Christopher E Austin
    Christopher E Austin Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP17 Years Ranked
  8. Christopher Harrison Sterlington PLLC1 Years Ranked
  9. Craig Sklar
    Craig Sklar Seward & Kissel LLP13 Years Ranked
  10. David Schwartz
    David Schwartz Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP5 Years Ranked
  11. Denise Cerasani White & Case LLP13 Years Ranked
  12. Elizabeth A Cooper
    Elizabeth A Cooper Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP15 Years Ranked
  13. Ernest Wechsler
    Ernest Wechsler HSF Kramer10 Years Ranked
  14. Ethan Skerry Fenwick6 Years Ranked
  15. Gregory B Astrachan
    Gregory B Astrachan Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP12 Years Ranked
  16. J D Weinberg
    J D Weinberg Covington & Burling LLP15 Years Ranked
  17. Jackie Cohen
    Jackie Cohen Ropes & Gray LLP8 Years Ranked
  18. James P Dougherty
    James P Dougherty Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP9 Years Ranked
  19. Jason L Kent Cooley LLP5 Years Ranked
  20. Jeffrey Lee Rothschild
    Jeffrey Lee Rothschild McGuireWoods LLP10 Years Ranked
  21. Jenna E. Levine
    Jenna E. Levine Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz2 Years Ranked
  22. Jennifer Cheng
    Jennifer Cheng White & Case LLP5 Years Ranked
  23. John E Sorkin
    John E Sorkin Ropes & Gray LLP15 Years Ranked
  24. Ken Myers Fenwick1 Years Ranked
  25. Kimberly C. Petillo-Décossard
    Kimberly C. Petillo-Décossard White & Case LLP5 Years Ranked
  26. Laura C Turano
    Laura C Turano Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP2 Years Ranked
  27. Lee Meyerson
    Lee Meyerson Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP23 Years Ranked
  28. Marc O Williams
    Marc O Williams Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP8 Years Ranked
  29. Morton Pierce
    Morton Pierce Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP23 Years Ranked
  30. Nick Katsanos
    Nick Katsanos Seward & Kissel LLP9 Years Ranked
  31. Oliver Brahmst
    Oliver Brahmst White & Case LLP16 Years Ranked
  32. Russell Leaf
    Russell Leaf Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP5 Years Ranked
  33. Saee Muzumdar
    Saee Muzumdar Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP3 Years Ranked
  34. Scott Petepiece
    Scott Petepiece A&O Shearman4 Years Ranked
  35. Steven H Goldberg
    Steven H Goldberg BakerHostetler LLP13 Years Ranked
  36. Ting Chen
    Ting Chen Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP5 Years Ranked
  37. Todd Finger
    Todd Finger McDermott Will & Schulte11 Years Ranked
  38. Trevor Norwitz
    Trevor Norwitz Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz15 Years Ranked

All Lawyers profiles

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Senior Statespeople

  1. Andrew R Brownstein
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    Andrew R Brownstein
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    Andrew Brownstein is a leading practitioner who provides first-rate counsel to clients in major M&A and corporate governance matters. He is active across a great many industries.
  2. Dennis J Block
    S
    Dennis J Block
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP
    Greenberg Traurig, LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked

    Dennis Block of Greenberg Traurig enjoys an esteemed reputation thanks to his track record of handling complex M&A. He is the senior chairman of the firm's global corporate M&A practice.

  3. George R Bason Jr
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    George R Bason Jr
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    George Bason serves as chairman of the firm's M&A group and has long been a formidable presence in the New York market. He applies his deep experience to headline corporate transactions.
  4. James C Morphy
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    James C Morphy
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    James Morphy possesses deep M&A and corporate governance experience. He remains a trusted adviser to a stable of corporates, special committees and financial advisers.
  5. Martin Lipton
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    Martin Lipton
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked

    Martin Lipton is one of the firm's founding partners and a long-standing expert practicing at the pinnacle of the corporate market. He is well-versed in M&A and the provision of strategic corporate advice.

  6. Peter Allan Atkins
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    Peter Allan Atkins
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    Senior statesperson Peter Allan Atkins is deeply experienced in a broad range of transactions, including M&A, joint ventures and buyouts. He has long offered leading counsel to clients in the energy, media and insurance spaces, among others.
  7. Robert A Profusek
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    Robert A Profusek
    Jones Day
    Jones Day | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 22 Years Ranked
    Senior statesperson Robert Profusek offers clients first-rate counsel in connection with sophisticated M&A and high-level general corporate issues.
  8. Robert B Schumer
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    Robert B Schumer
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    Robert Schumer is a go-to adviser for high-profile M&A. Further to his superlative transactional expertise, he advises his client base of corporates and their boards on governance and fiduciary duty matters.
  9. Victor I Lewkow
    S
    Victor I Lewkow
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Senior Statespeople | 23 Years Ranked
    Senior statesperson Victor Lewkow deploys his deep corporate experience on behalf of major companies, their boards and investment banks. He has a strong track record acting in headline M&A and corporate governance issues.
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Eminent Practitioners

  1. Barbara Becker
    E
    Barbara Becker
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 18 Years Ranked
    Barbara Becker is the chair and managing partner of the firm. She ably handles domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures and spin-offs in a number of industries.
  2. Steven Epstein
    E
    Steven Epstein
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 11 Years Ranked
    Steven Epstein serves as the firm's managing partner and co-head of its M&A practice. He is experienced in the representation of investment banks and public and private companies in a variety of transactions, including M&A and divestitures.
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Band 1

  1. Adam O Emmerich
    1
    Adam O Emmerich
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Head of Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Adam Emmerich exhibits considerable expertise in M&A, securities offerings and governance matters, and represents heavyweight public and private corporations. His broad industry capabilities include experience in pharmaceuticals, energy and technology.
  2. Daniel A Neff
    1
    Daniel A Neff
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked

    Daniel Neff garners acclaim for his leading practice, which incorporates significant corporate and securities expertise and is utilized by a stable of public and private companies and private equity firms.

  3. Daniel E Wolf
    1
    Daniel E Wolf
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked

    Daniel Wolf attracts praise from across the market for his consummate handling of M&A, activist defense and corporate governance matters. He boasts an enviable stable of top-flight clients, comprising influential multinational corporations. He has notable expertise advising on transactions in the life sciences and pharmaceuticals space.

  4. David A Katz
    1
    David A Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    David Katz enjoys a sterling reputation thanks to his years of top-flight representation in corporate transactions and takeover defense matters.
  5. Edward D Herlihy
    1
    Edward D Herlihy
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Edward Herlihy has a wealth of experience in significant corporate transactions, including pronounced expertise in those involving banks and other financial institutions. He demonstrates further experience in recapitalizations.
  6. Ethan A Klingsberg
    1
    Ethan A Klingsberg
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years Ranked
    Ethan Klingsberg is well thought of for his handling of M&A and securities matters in a number of industries. His counsel is sought after by a stable of top corporates.
  7. Faiza J Saeed
    1
    Faiza J Saeed
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Faiza Saeed is the presiding partner of Cravath, Swaine & Moore. She commands respect from market sources for her superlative handling of M&A and corporate governance issues. She is active in transformative deals across a variety of sectors, including media, technology and energy.
  8. Francis J Aquila
    1
    Francis J Aquila
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked

    Francis Aquila possesses a wealth of expertise that extends across high-profile M&A and corporate governance issues in a broad variety of industries.

  9. H Rodgin Cohen
    1
    H Rodgin Cohen
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years Ranked
    Rodgin Cohen possesses market-leading corporate capabilities as part of his broad-ranging practice. He is particularly strong in the representation of financial institutions.
  10. Howard L Ellin
    1
    Howard L Ellin
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked
    Howard Ellin operates a respected corporate practice that sees him routinely engaged in high-stakes M&A, securities matters and private equity transactions. He possesses experience in deals in the media and entertainment and gaming sectors, among others.
  11. Jeffrey J Rosen
    1
    Jeffrey J Rosen
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years Ranked

    Corporate department chair Jeffrey Rosen maintains a top-tier practice that is utilized by a clientele of significant companies, and he leads on sophisticated M&A and matters of corporate governance.

  12. Melissa Sawyer
    1
    Melissa Sawyer
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 12 Years Ranked
    Melissa Sawyer concentrates her high-quality practice on the representation of clients in M&A, joint ventures and other corporate matters across a variety of industries. She is also adept at advising on complex corporate governance mandates and activist defence campaigns.
  13. Michael Aiello
    1
    Michael Aiello
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked
    Department chairman Michael Aiello maintains a prestigious practice that shows excellence in a broad range of matters, including corporate and private equity M&A and takeover defense.
  14. Paul Schnell
    1
    Paul Schnell
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked
    Paul Schnell is a significant presence in the New York corporate market, and maintains an exemplary reputation thanks to his track record acting on transformative deals.
  15. Scott A Barshay
    1
    Scott A Barshay
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 1 | 21 Years Ranked
    Scott Barshay has a superlative track record acting in high-stakes M&A and takeover defense matters on behalf of some of the world's most prominent corporations. He chairs the firm's corporate practice.
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Band 2

  1. Alan M. Klein
    2
    Alan M. Klein
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years Ranked
    Alan Klein specializes in assisting clients with high-value M&A, among other matters. He is active in a number of industries, with particular acclaim reserved for his handling of technology transactions.
  2. Andrew J Nussbaum
    2
    Andrew J Nussbaum
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 20 Years Ranked
    Andrew Nussbaum operates a highly respected corporate practice that is leant upon by clients in significant domestic and international deals. He deploys his expertise in M&A, spinoffs, divestitures and joint ventures, among other transactions.
  3. Damien R Zoubek
    2
    Damien R Zoubek
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years Ranked
    Damien Zoubek advises a number of high-profile corporate clients on matters including M&A and corporate governance.
  4. Eric Schiele
    2
    Eric Schiele
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked
    Eric Schiele is routinely engaged to advise a clientele of market-leading corporates on heavyweight M&A and related corporate governance matters.
  5. Mark I Greene
    2
    Mark I Greene
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 19 Years Ranked
    Head of corporate Mark Greene maintains an active practice focused on complex M&A, investments and joint venture transactions.
  6. Paul J Shim
    2
    Paul J Shim
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked
    Paul Shim applies his years of experience to the handling of sophisticated M&A on behalf of public and private companies. Further expertise lies in corporate governance matters and issues concerning fiduciary duty.
  7. Richard Hall
    2
    Richard Hall
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked

    Richard Hall heads the firm's corporate practice in the EMEA region and acts for significant clients, foremost in M&A. Clients also look to him for advice in complex governance matters.

  8. Robert I Townsend III
    2
    Robert I Townsend III
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 23 Years Ranked

    Robert Townsend serves as co-head of Cravath's global M&A practice and advises on major transactions across a broad spectrum of industries. He is well reputed for his sophisticated practice advising top public companies.

  9. Stephen F Arcano
    2
    Stephen F Arcano
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked
    Stephen Arcano is a talented corporate attorney whose acclaimed practice is strong across a range of transactions. He is additionally adept in matters of takeover defense.
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Band 3

  1. Eric M. Swedenburg
    3
    Eric M. Swedenburg
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked

    Eric Swedenburg demonstrates strength in a broad variety of corporate transactions, including M&A, spin-offs, divestitures and joint ventures. He sits as head of the firm's M&A practice, and works with public and private companies on both the domestic and international stages.

  2. Igor Kirman
    3
    Igor Kirman
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked
    Igor Kirman receives praise for his handling of M&A, joint ventures and governance matters on behalf of public and private companies. He is active domestically and internationally, and maintains additional strength in private equity matters.
  3. Kevin Rinker
    3
    Kevin Rinker
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 12 Years Ranked

    Kevin Rinker serves as co-chair of the M&A group and is active on behalf of a broad client base of companies and private equity firms in a variety of transactions. His industry experience is pronounced in life sciences and healthcare deals.

  4. Krishna Veeraraghavan
    3
    Krishna Veeraraghavan
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked

    Krishna Veeraraghavan advises major corporate entities on M&A and governance issues, including activism defense mandates. His broad sector expertise includes proficiency in technology, energy, life sciences and healthcare deals.

  5. Paul S Bird
    3
    Paul S Bird
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 22 Years Ranked
    Paul Bird is known for representing companies and private equity houses in a broad spectrum of transactions. He regularly handles cross-border M&A.
  6. Philip Richter
    3
    Philip Richter
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 19 Years Ranked
    Philip Richter offers strong counsel on M&A, spin-offs and divestitures, among a number of other transactions. He serves as co-head of the firm's M&A practice.
  7. R Alec Dawson
    3
    R Alec Dawson
    Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
    Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 19 Years Ranked
    Alec Dawson operates a strong practice concentrated on the representation of public and private companies in their domestic and international corporate transactions.
  8. Sarkis Jebejian
    3
    Sarkis Jebejian
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked

    Sarkis Jebejian is well respected for his handling of M&A and corporate governance matters. He acts for a number of prominent corporates and private equity clients.

  9. Steven A Rosenblum
    3
    Steven A Rosenblum
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Head of Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 21 Years Ranked

    Steven Rosenblum sits as co-chair of the firm's corporate department and enjoys a solid reputation for his work in M&A, governance and securities issues. His industry focus includes handling deals in the technology space.

  10. William D Regner
    3
    William D Regner
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
    Debevoise & Plimpton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked

    William Regner regularly plays a role in complex corporate transactions involving public companies. He is recognized for his deep expertise in the media and technology spaces.

  11. William H Aaronson
    3
    William H Aaronson
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years Ranked
    William Aaronson sits as head of the firm's M&A group. He offers strong counsel in a broad range of transactions. He is adept at handling high-stakes transactions.
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Band 4

  1. Ann Beth Stebbins
    4
    Ann Beth Stebbins
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Ann Beth Stebbins is experienced in high-end M&A and corporate governance matters across a range of industries.
  2. Creighton Condon
    4
    Creighton Condon
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 19 Years Ranked

    Creighton Condon maintains a broad corporate practice with strength in M&A, divestitures and corporate governance issues. His client base includes a number of prominent companies, including their boards, and financial institutions.

  3. David Grubman
    4
    David Grubman
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 6 Years Ranked

    David Grubman's corporate practice covers a range of high-value transactional matters. His clients include public and private companies.

  4. George Casey
    4
    George Casey
    Linklaters
    Linklaters | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 13 Years Ranked

    George Casey is the global chairperson of corporate for Linklaters. He works closely with some of its most prolific clients in their transactional work.

  5. Ken Lefkowitz
    4
    Ken Lefkowitz
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 22 Years Ranked

    Ken Lefkowitz operates a broad corporate practice with experience in M&A, joint ventures and private equity deals, both domestically and internationally. His industry-specific expertise includes media and technology deals.

  6. Mark E Thierfelder
    4
    Mark E Thierfelder
    Dechert LLP
    Dechert LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked

    Mark Thierfelder is co-chair of Dechert. He regularly assists clients with complex domestic and international M&A transactions, including those involving private equity firms.

  7. Michael Lubowitz
    4
    Michael Lubowitz
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 4 | 16 Years Ranked

    Michael Lubowitz maintains an active practice handling deals for public and private companies and investment banks. He is often engaged in M&A, buyouts and spin-offs.

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Band 5

  1. Adam M Turteltaub
    5
    Adam M Turteltaub
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 13 Years Ranked
    Adam Turteltaub acts regularly for companies and private equity firms in M&A, investments and governance matters.
  2. Ariel J Deckelbaum
    5
    Ariel J Deckelbaum
    Ropes & Gray LLP
    Ropes & Gray LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 12 Years Ranked
    Ariel Deckelbaum represents a diverse set of clients in M&A, corporate restructurings and joint ventures, among other transactions. His diverse industry expertise covers financial services and media and entertainment.
  3. Audra Cohen
    5
    Audra Cohen
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years Ranked

    Audra Cohen exhibits strength across a number of corporate matters, including M&A, spin-offs and governance issues. She serves as co-managing partner of the firm's general practice group globally.

  4. Brandon Van Dyke
    5
    Brandon Van Dyke
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked
    Brandon Van Dyke demonstrates excellent capabilities in a broad array of transactions, including M&A and buyouts. He advises on deals spanning a number of industries, including media, chemicals and healthcare.
  5. Clare O'Brien
    5
    Clare O'Brien
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 23 Years Ranked
    Clare O'Brien utilizes her extensive experience in corporate transactions to assist a client base of significant public and private companies. She regularly handles M&A, joint ventures and corporate governance issues.
  6. David B Feirstein
    5
    David B Feirstein
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 9 Years Ranked
    David Feirstein focuses his practices on advising clients on M&A, corporate governance and securities issues. He is active across numerous industries, including technology and pharmaceuticals.
  7. David Boston
    5
    David Boston
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 19 Years Ranked

    David Boston co-chairs the M&A practice, and is well versed in advising public and private companies in a broad array of transactions.

  8. David Lam
    5
    David Lam
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked
    David Lam is recognized for his sophisticated transactional practice. He routinely advises top flight corporates on bet-the-company M&A matters.
  9. David S Allinson
    5
    David S Allinson
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 11 Years Ranked

    David Allinson serves as global vice-chair of the corporate department in New York. He regularly handles M&A, joint ventures and investments, among other transactions.

  10. Eduardo Gallardo
    5
    Eduardo Gallardo
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 9 Years Ranked

    Global co-chair of the firm's M&A practice, Eduardo Gallardo is well thought of for the quality of his activism takeover defense work, which is incorporated into his diverse corporate practice. He acts for clients hailing from a number of industries.

  11. Edward J Lee
    5
    Edward J Lee
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    Edward Lee impresses with the depth of his knowledge in major domestic and cross-border M&A transactions and issues of corporate governance.
  12. Edward M Zimmerman
    5
    Edward M Zimmerman
    Lowenstein Sandler LLP
    Lowenstein Sandler LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 22 Years Ranked
    Edward Zimmerman is noted for acting on M&A and venture capital work for clients in the technology space. He chairs the emerging companies and venture capital practice at Lowenstein Sandler LLP.
  13. H. Oliver Smith
    5
    H. Oliver Smith
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 7 Years Ranked

    Oliver Smith is strong across a variety of corporate transactions, including M&A, private equity buyouts and joint ventures. He is active in both domestic and cross-border deals.

  14. James E Abbott
    5
    James E Abbott
    Seward & Kissel LLP
    Seward & Kissel LLP | Head of Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 13 Years Ranked

    James Abbott is co-head of the firm's business transactions group. He is routinely engaged in domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures and private equity deals. His client base includes entities active in the media and shipping industries.

  15. James Langston
    5
    James Langston
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    James Langston is a talented attorney who concentrates his practice on public and private M&A. Clients also look to him for counsel in takeover defense matters.
  16. Jeffrey D Marell
    5
    Jeffrey D Marell
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 14 Years Ranked

    Jeffrey Marell is an experienced lawyer who advises corporate and private equity clients on a number of transactional matters. He serves as global co-chair of the firm's M&A practice.

  17. Jenny Hochenberg
    5
    Jenny Hochenberg
    Freshfields US LLP
    Freshfields US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked

    Jenny Hochenberg is a a notable practitioner in the New York market thanks to her adept representation in M&A. Clients also benefit from her expertise in corporate governance matters.

  18. John D Franchini
    5
    John D Franchini
    Milbank LLP
    Milbank LLP | Head of Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 14 Years Ranked
    John Franchini maintains a practice that is strong in a broad range of corporate transactions, particularly those in the power and infrastructure areas.
  19. John Reiss
    5
    John Reiss
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 21 Years Ranked
    John Reiss sits as global head of the firm's M&A group and is highly experienced in the representation of clients in a broad variety of transactions.
  20. Jonathan Davis
    5
    Jonathan Davis
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP
    Kirkland & Ellis LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 6 Years Ranked
    Jonathan Davis is a rising star in the corporate market who generates acclaim for his strong grasp of public and private company M&A and governance work. He advises a number of prominent corporates and investment banks.
  21. Karessa Cain
    5
    Karessa Cain
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years Ranked
    Karessa Cain is recognized for her adept representation of major corporations in transactional matters. She has experience advising on domestic and cross-border deals.
  22. Keith Pagnani
    5
    Keith Pagnani
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 11 Years Ranked
    Keith Pagnani offers deep expertise in domestic and cross-border M&A to a stable of clients consisting of corporates and financial advisers. He sits as co-head of the firm's healthcare and life sciences group.
  23. Kenneth M Wolff
    5
    Kenneth M Wolff
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 11 Years Ranked
    Kenneth Wolff advises a number of well-known public and private companies and private equity firms on their domestic and cross-border M&A.
  24. Peter Harwich
    5
    Peter Harwich
    Latham & Watkins LLP
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 13 Years Ranked
    Peter Harwich handles M&A and governance matters across a variety of industries, including healthcare, technology and financial services. His clients include public companies and their boards.
  25. Phillip R Mills
    5
    Phillip R Mills
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 23 Years Ranked
    Phillip Mills is an experienced corporate practitioner who offers counsel to clients on domestic and cross-border transactions. He has additional expertise in corporate governance matters and issues concerning fiduciary duty.
  26. Randi C Lesnick
    5
    Randi C Lesnick
    Jones Day
    Jones Day | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 12 Years Ranked
    Randi Lesnick is active on M&A, securities matters and governance issues across a broad variety of industries, including technology, manufacturing and consumer products. Her clients include public and private companies, investment banks and private equity sponsors.
  27. Stephen M Kotran
    5
    Stephen M Kotran
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 21 Years Ranked
    Stephen Kotran is an experienced practitioner who receives particular praise for his representation of financial advisers in M&A.
  28. Steven Seidman
    5
    Steven Seidman
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 5 | 21 Years Ranked

    Steven Seidman co-chairs the firm's corporate and financial services department and advises clients on a range of transactions.

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Band 6

  1. Aaron Gruber
    6
    Aaron Gruber
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years Ranked

    Aaron Gruber's practice concentrates on high-stakes M&A and governance matters. He is experienced in the pharmaceuticals and financial services sectors, among others.

  2. Alan F Zoccolillo Jr
    6
    Alan F Zoccolillo Jr
    Baker McKenzie
    Baker McKenzie | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 6 Years Ranked

    Alan Zoccolillo offers clients deep expertise in complex international transactions. He's active in the life sciences, professional services and industrial sectors.

  3. Anthony Vernace
    6
    Anthony Vernace
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 6 Years Ranked

    Anthony Vernace is proficient at advising clients on M&A, investments and joint ventures. He regularly acts for public companies and private equity firms.

  4. Benjamin Sibbett
    6
    Benjamin Sibbett
    Clifford Chance US LLP
    Clifford Chance US LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 9 Years Ranked

    Benjamin Sibbett is called upon by a roster of top corporates to advise on domestic and cross-border M&A. His broad industry expertise covers technology, media and pharmaceuticals, among other sectors.

  5. Carl R Sanchez
    6
    Carl R Sanchez
    Paul Hastings LLP
    Paul Hastings LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 19 Years Ranked
    Carl Sanchez focuses his practice on substantial domestic and cross-border M&A for public and private companies. He offers strong advice across a number of industries, including life sciences, financial services and technology.
  6. Charles A Samuelson
    6
    Charles A Samuelson
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
    Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 19 Years Ranked
    Charles Samuelson co-heads the firm's corporate group and is regularly engaged to advise on public and private M&A and joint ventures.
  7. Christopher E Austin
    6
    Christopher E Austin
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 17 Years Ranked
    Christopher Austin exhibits a strong grasp of public and private M&A and governance issues. He represents companies and their boards, and offers additional counsel in matters of fiduciary duty.
  8. 6
    Christopher Harrison
    Sterlington PLLC | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked

    Christopher Harrison is the managing partner of Sterlington and leads its mergers and acquisitions practice. He is experienced across a range of transactions.

  9. Craig Sklar
    6
    Craig Sklar
    Seward & Kissel LLP
    Seward & Kissel LLP | Head of Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 13 Years Ranked
    Craig Sklar is well versed in M&A, joint ventures and private equity deals, with particular strength in investment management industry transactions.
  10. David Schwartz
    6
    David Schwartz
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
    Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked
    David Schwartz ably represents corporates in a broad range of domestic and cross-border transactions. His broad industry expertise includes deals in the pharmaceuticals, energy and technology arenas.
  11. 6
    Denise Cerasani
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 13 Years Ranked
    Denise Cerasani maintains a broad practice with experience in M&A, securities and corporate finance. She receives particular praise for the quality of her representation of investment banks.
  12. Elizabeth A Cooper
    6
    Elizabeth A Cooper
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 15 Years Ranked
    Elizabeth Cooper maintains a diverse transactional practice with demonstrable skills in M&A, joint ventures and investments, among other matters. Her client base includes public and private companies, financial institutions and private equity firms.
  13. Ernest Wechsler
    6
    Ernest Wechsler
    HSF Kramer
    HSF Kramer | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 10 Years Ranked
    Ernest Wechsler is well regarded for the quality of his advice in M&A, joint ventures and restructurings. He serves as chair of the firm's corporate group.
  14. 6
    Ethan Skerry
    Fenwick
    Fenwick | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 6 Years Ranked
    Ethan Skerry demonstrates deep experience in public and private M&A, as well as in corporate governance matters and investments.
  15. Gregory B Astrachan
    6
    Gregory B Astrachan
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 12 Years Ranked

    Gregory Astrachan represents domestic and international corporations and private equity clients in M&A and governance matters. He is co-chair of the firm's capital markets practice.

  16. J D Weinberg
    6
    J D Weinberg
    Covington & Burling LLP
    Covington & Burling LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 15 Years Ranked

    JD Weinberg maintains an active corporate practice, representing public and private companies in domestic and cross-border deals.

  17. Jackie Cohen
    6
    Jackie Cohen
    Ropes & Gray LLP
    Ropes & Gray LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years Ranked
    Jackie Cohen offers counsel to public and private companies in relation to sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions.
  18. James P Dougherty
    6
    James P Dougherty
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 9 Years Ranked
    James Dougherty boasts considerable experience in a variety of transactional matters and corporate governance issues.
  19. 6
    Jason L Kent
    Cooley LLP
    Cooley LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked

    Jason Kent serves as co-chair of the firm's public companies practice, and is knowledgeable in a broad variety of transactions. His areas of expertise include advising on M&A, securities matters, and governance issues.

  20. Jeffrey Lee Rothschild
    6
    Jeffrey Lee Rothschild
    McGuireWoods LLP
    McGuireWoods LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 10 Years Ranked
    Jeffrey Lee Rothschild leads the firm's financial advisory services group and is active in public and private company M&A.
  21. Jenna E. Levine
    6
    Jenna E. Levine
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 2 Years Ranked
    Jenna Levine is the subject of much praise from sources, owing to her high quality corporate practice. She advises clients in foremost M&A and corporate governance matters.
  22. Jennifer Cheng
    6
    Jennifer Cheng
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked
    Jennifer Cheng garners praise for the high quality of her corporate practice. She advises clients in a number of domestic and cross-border transactions.
  23. John E Sorkin
    6
    John E Sorkin
    Ropes & Gray LLP
    Ropes & Gray LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 15 Years Ranked

    John Sorkin represents clients in domestic and cross-border M&A, and is active in the life sciences, technology and media spaces. He also frequently represents banks in financial advisory matters.

  24. 6
    Ken Myers
    Fenwick
    Fenwick | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked

    Ken Myers is adept at advising domestic and international companies on complex M&A and general corporate matters. He has particular expertise advising clients in the technology and digital entertainment industries.

  25. Kimberly C. Petillo-Décossard
    6
    Kimberly C. Petillo-Décossard
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked

    Kimberly Petillo-Décossard demonstrates a strong skill set in representing corporates, and their boards, in a host of complex transactions.

  26. Laura C Turano
    6
    Laura C Turano
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 2 Years Ranked

    Laura Turano is lauded by the market for her burgeoning M&A practice. She advises public and private company clients on complex M&A transactions and joint ventures.

  27. Lee Meyerson
    6
    Lee Meyerson
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 23 Years Ranked

    Lee Meyerson counts a number of banks and investment firms among his stable of clients. His broad practice encompasses M&A and capital markets transactions.

  28. Marc O Williams
    6
    Marc O Williams
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 8 Years Ranked
    Marc Williams is well reputed for his deep expertise in high-end M&A transactions. His clients include sophisticated public and private companies and financial institutions.
  29. Morton Pierce
    6
    Morton Pierce
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP
    Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 23 Years Ranked

    Morton Pierce is an experienced corporate attorney who has long advised clients in major M&A. He is knowledgeable about a number of industries, including healthcare, media and financial services.

  30. Nick Katsanos
    6
    Nick Katsanos
    Seward & Kissel LLP
    Seward & Kissel LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 9 Years Ranked

    Nick Katsanos undertakes impressive work in M&A involving both public and private companies and private equity firms. He has experience acting for clients in a range of sectors, including shipping and financial services.

  31. Oliver Brahmst
    6
    Oliver Brahmst
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 16 Years Ranked
    Oliver Brahmst serves as the global co-head of the firm's private equity group and is well versed in an array of domestic and cross-border transactional matters. His specific experience includes handling significant M&A, joint ventures and equity co-investments.
  32. Russell Leaf
    6
    Russell Leaf
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked
    Russell Leaf maintains a broad practice with demonstrable strength in the representation of activist shareholders in their campaigns and proxy contests.
  33. Saee Muzumdar
    6
    Saee Muzumdar
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 3 Years Ranked

    Saee Muzumdar maintains a well-respected transactional practice. Among her clients she counts well-known names in the finance, energy and technology spaces, among others. She serves as co-chair of the firm's M&A practice.

  34. Scott Petepiece
    6
    Scott Petepiece
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 4 Years Ranked

    Scott Petepiece holds relationships with a number of leading names in the financial services and infrastructure sectors, among others.

  35. Steven H Goldberg
    6
    Steven H Goldberg
    BakerHostetler LLP
    BakerHostetler LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 13 Years Ranked
    Steven Goldberg leads the firm's national M&A team, and counts a number of public and private companies among his client list.
  36. Ting Chen
    6
    Ting Chen
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
    Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 5 Years Ranked

    Ting Chen routinely advises on sophisticated M&A and matters of corporate governance. Her client base is composed of major corporate entities.

  37. Todd Finger
    6
    Todd Finger
    McDermott Will & Schulte
    McDermott Will & Schulte | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 11 Years Ranked
    Todd Finger heads the New York office's transactions group while maintaining an active corporate practice representing clients in M&A across a broad array of industries.
  38. Trevor Norwitz
    6
    Trevor Norwitz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
    Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Band 6 | 15 Years Ranked
    Trevor Norwitz operates a strong practice concentrated on the representation of public and private companies in their domestic and cross-border transactions. He is routinely engaged to advise on M&A, securities and corporate governance matters.
U

Up and Coming

  1. Anatoliy Rozental
    U
    Anatoliy Rozental
    Reed Smith LLP
    Reed Smith LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Anatoliy Rozental is an up-and-coming partner who is adept at advising clients on domestic and cross-border M&A. He also has expertise in private equity transactions.

  2. Brian Wolfe
    U
    Brian Wolfe
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked

    Brian Wolfe routinely handles significant transactions on behalf of clients in sectors such as financial services and media and communications.

  3. Christopher Barnstable-Brown
    U
    Christopher Barnstable-Brown
    WilmerHale
    WilmerHale | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Christopher Barnstable-Brown is noted for his experience advising on mergers, acquisitions and financings. He is particularly sought after by life sciences and tech industry clients, among others.

  4. Daniel Brass
    U
    Daniel Brass
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
    Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Daniel Brass is a rising star in the New York corporate market. He advises public and private companies on a broad range of transactions.
  5. Dohyun Kim
    U
    Dohyun Kim
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years Ranked

    Dohyun Kim is a talented up-and-comer whose practice exhibits strength in M&A, corporate governance and securities matters.

  6. Kevin Cooper
    U
    Kevin Cooper
    Cooley LLP
    Cooley LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years Ranked
    Kevin Cooper concentrates his highly respected practice on M&A and corporate governance issues on behalf of public and private companies. He is active in the technology, financial services and life sciences spaces, among others.
  7. Kimberly R Spoerri
    U
    Kimberly R Spoerri
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
    Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Corporate/M&A
    2025 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked

    Kimberly Spoerri is experienced in both public and private M&A. Among her clients, she counts leading corporates in life sciences, retail and technology.