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High Net Worth New York Private Wealth Law

Work in this area includes but is not limited to: charitable planning; wealth transfer; business succession planning; estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer tax planning (in the US); life and health insurance planning; the creation and administration of trusts and estates; asset transfer; the taking-public of closely-held businesses; and structuring outward and inward investment. Contentious matters are also included, such as trusts disputes, probate contests and contested wills. In larger jurisdictions, these matters are ranked separately in a Private Wealth Disputes table.

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Band 1
  1. McDermott Will & Emery LLP
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    McDermott Will & Emery LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    An interviewee states: "They are one of the best firms in the market. They have great resources and always go the extra mile for clients. They are always very thoughtful and have a robust approach to matters." Another comments: "The team are very thorough and responsive. I find with McDermott that they are far more practical and straightforward in their manner. They get to the nub of issues quickly and efficiently."
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  2. Milbank LLP
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    Milbank LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    Several interviewees praise the quality of the team, noting that "their attorneys are absolutely first class." Another interviewee enthuses: "They are an absolutely brilliant team. They are up to date with the latest changes and cutting-edge developments. They come up with really innovative ideas and are tremendously brilliant."
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  3. Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
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    Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    An impressed interviewee remarks: "They are very dynamic and robust in their approach, they are incredibly knowledgeable and super responsive. I have enormous respect and admiration for that firm and department." Another says: "Their efficiency is second to none and their detailed approach is exceptional."
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Band 2
  1. Day Pitney LLP
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    Day Pitney LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Day Pitney is well known for advising high net worth individuals and families on domestic and cross-border high net worth matters. "They have really brilliant capabilities when it comes to international planning," observes a source, adding: "Day Pitney is always at the top of my list when I need a New York firm for an international matter."
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  2. Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
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    Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 2 | 7 Years Ranked
    Paul, Weiss is "an excellent firm," states a source, explaining: "The team has so much in-depth experience and expertise; they are really top tier and provide the whole package. They have a great warmth and good judgement." The team are highly sought after to advise high net worth individuals and families on complex matters.
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  3. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
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    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked
    Skadden is well known for advising high net worth individuals and families on a broad range of private wealth matters. A commentator notes: "They have an excellent department. I think they have a very strong practice."
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  4. Proskauer Rose LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. Katten
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    Katten
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Katten has a longstanding reputation in the market for advising high net worth individuals and families on private wealth matters. "They certainly have an excellent team," observes a source, and another comments: "They have a great bench of lawyers. They are very good at what they do." The team is well equipped to handle both contentious and non-contentious matters.
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  2. Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP
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    Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Schulte Roth & Zabel is "an incredible firm," according to a source, who continues: "They have a stellar group of attorneys who provide a top-notch service. They have always been extremely responsive, very proactive and very knowledgeable." The team is well equipped to advise high net worth individuals and families on a range of private wealth matters.
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    Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Willkie Farr & Gallagher have an established private client team that acts for wealthy individuals, entrepreneurs and charitable organisations. The team is capable of handling a wide variety of matters including estate, tax and trust planning.
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  4. Withers Bergman LLP
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    Withers Bergman LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    Withers offers private client services to high net worth individuals and families. The team advises clients on a comprehensive range of matters, including tax and estate planning.
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Band 4
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    ArentFox Schiff LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    A commentator remarks: "They provide a great service and provide a lot of bang for your buck. They are very technically proficient and provide an excellent service." Another source comments: "I find their advice to be amongst the absolute best, and with the fastest turnaround time."
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  2. Baker McKenzie
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    Baker McKenzie
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Baker McKenzie has substantial experience advising high net worth clients, with particular expertise handling complex international matters. A source notes: "Baker McKenzie is an excellent firm with strong international connections. They are a very qualified group; they are a great team who are very knowledgeable and can handle things quickly."
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  3. Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
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    Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Curtis Mallet-Prevost provides a wide range of services to high net worth individuals and families. They are capable of advising on domestic and international tax matters, as well as estate planning and trusts.
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  4. Kozusko Harris Duncan
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    Kozusko Harris Duncan
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked
    Kozusko Harris Duncan is particularly experienced in advising high net worth clients on cross-border planning. "They are a brilliant boutique private client firm," states an interviewee, adding: "I would highly recommend them for cross-border planning matters. Their client service is excellent and their knowledge top notch."
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  5. Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 4
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  6. Loeb & Loeb LLP
    Private Wealth Law
    2022 | Band 4
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