Davis Polk & Wardwell stands as one of the world's premier capital markets and regulatory law firms, delivering record-breaking financial performance and unmatched expertise in complex financial transactions.
Supportive environment emphasizing teamwork and mentorship
State-of-the-art offices in major financial centers
Continuous learning and professional development
Department-specific flexibility and support
Transparent promotion process with regular feedback and evaluation cycles
Advancement based on performance, contributions, and professional development
Programs designed to develop next generation partners and practice leaders
C-suite executives at major corporations and financial institutions
Senior positions in regulatory agencies and government administration
Federal and state court judges, including appellate positions
Comprehensive programs fostering culture of inclusivity and engagement
Equal opportunity advancement and professional development support
Consistent top 20 rankings for diversity among major law firms
Leading rankings in 16 capital markets categories
Premier advisor on IPOs, debt offerings, and structured finance
Pioneering complex financing structures and market solutions
Chambers recognition for complex transaction leadership
ExxonMobil's $59.5B acquisition of Pioneer Natural
International M&A and complex corporate restructuring
Band 1 - Chambers Global
#1 U.S. Rankings - 16 Categories
Band 1 - Elite Nationwide
Chambers USA Recognition
Band 1 - Chambers USA
Regulatory Excellence
Band 1 - Nationwide
Merger Clearances
Financial Services Leader
Compliance Advisory
Elite Band 1
Complex Workouts
Leading global investment banking institutions and advisory relationships
Major corporations across industries requiring complex legal solutions
Banks, insurance companies, and asset management firms
Machine learning for document analysis and risk assessment
Advanced analytics for market intelligence and client insights
Client portals and mobile access for real-time collaboration
Comprehensive professional liability insurance and risk protocols
Advanced screening systems for complex financial transactions
Expert regulatory and reputational response capabilities
Adherence to highest professional responsibility standards
Continuous compliance monitoring and assessment
Regular ethics and compliance education programs
Industry certifications and regulatory approvals
Fees justified by market-leading results and expertise
White-glove attention with global execution capabilities
Capital markets industry standard-setter
Continued growth in capital markets and regulatory practices
Enhanced international presence and capabilities
Evolving with capital markets and regulatory changes
Next generation partner advancement programs
Enhanced international market presence
Continued technology and practice innovation
Maintaining capital markets dominance
