Firm Overview
Davis Polk is widely regarded as one of the most technically elite law firms in the world, with an extraordinary concentration of talent in M&A, capital markets, and financial regulation. The firm's approach to training — deep, deliberate, and demanding — produces some of the most technically skilled lawyers in the profession.
Associate Experience
Davis Polk associates describe one of the most intellectually rigorous associate experiences in BigLaw. Training is structured and investment in junior associates is genuine. Hours are long but the quality of work and caliber of colleagues are consistently cited as exceptional.
Lateral Recruiting Context
Davis Polk alumni are consistently among the most competitive lateral candidates in the market, particularly for elite firms and major in-house roles. The firm's training model is so rigorous that Davis Polk experience signals a quality of legal analysis that commands a premium in any lateral process.
Rankings
Chambers USA Band 1
- Corporate/M&A
- Capital Markets
- Finance
- Financial Services Regulation