Corporate/M&A (International & Cross-Border)
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 1
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+1 212 474 1000Chambers Review
Cravath, Swaine & Moore is highlighted as an elite-level example of an independent, lockstep firm with significant global influence. Its approach towards international work revolves around maintaining a high-quality partner-led practice in New York which collaborates effectively with other elite independent firms based overseas to advise on cross-border matters. The firm's work is driven predominantly from its New York base, where the bulk of its expertise and resources are situated. It also has a long-established London office which provides clients with a European centre of gravity and a high-performing capital markets group.
The firm handles some of the world's most complex and high-value transactions, particularly public M&A involving US-listed corporations. The firm's M&A team is known for its strong capabilities in coordinating local firms worldwide on global transactions and is seen as an expert in acting as lead deal counsel, directing negotiations and providing strategic oversight in relation to execution in foreign jurisdictions. The team is also a top choice for foreign investors inbound to the USA and on international transactions governed by US law, with a significant client base in Europe.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Cravath is very strong, they are able to work seamlessly with local counsel across jurisdictions."
"Cravath is very strong, they are able to work seamlessly with local counsel across jurisdictions."
Notable Practitioners
Faiza Saeed 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.
Head of corporate Mark Greene maintains an active practice focused on complex M&A, investments and joint venture transactions.
Richard Hall heads the firm's corporate practice in the EMEA region and acts for significant clients in foremost M&A. Clients also look to him for advice in complex governance matters.
Robert Townsend serves as co-head of the firm's global M&A practice, and advises on major transactions across a broad industry spectrum.
Ranked Lawyers at
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
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