
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP’s New York office remains at the forefront of both US and international tax law. Under the leadership of David Schnabel, the group has extensive experience across all aspects of domestic and international tax and is also notable for its abilities in the development of financial products as well as designing tax-efficient investment structures for real estate clients. Schnabel is recognized for his capabilities across the full range of matters as well as tax strategy and consequences of potential tax-law changes. Lucy Farr has extensive experience advising on corporate and structured finance, derivatives as well as international tax planning on behalf of financial institutions. Michael Mollerus primarily advises on prominent transactions, such as M&A, spinoffs, IPOs and securities offerings. Kara Mungovan is another key member of the team and handles M&A, capital markets transactions and bank financings, while Corey Goodman is a key port of call for restructurings and private credit matters. Patrick Sigmon, William Curran and Ethan Goldman are also recognized for their expertise in tax aspects relating to transactions, including M&A, dispositions, joint ventures, spin-offs and financings.
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Key clients
- Alcoa
- Bain Capital
- Cleveland-Cliffs
- Corelle Brands
- Comcast
- Crestview Advisors
- Digicel
- Emerson
- ExxonMobil
- Grayscale Investments, LLC
- Harvest Partners, LP
- Livent (n/k/a Arcadium Lithium)
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
David Schnabel
Other key lawyers
Lucy Farr; Michael Mollerus; Kara Mungovan; Corey Goodman; Patrick Sigmon; William Curran; Ethan Goldman

