Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

M&A specialists Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP's CFIUS practice is very active with complex transactions, due to the firm's expertise in cross-border dealings. The firm has advised on issues across the transaction life cycle in a comprehensive range of sectors, including ones that are CFIUS-sensitive, such as electronics, defense, and telecoms. Practice head Paul Marquardt, based in Washington D.C., leverages his experience in leading CFIUS teams, and connections within U.S. regulatory bodies to provide expert advice on a broad range of cross-border transactional matters. Marquardt has notably worked closely with the firm's Tokyo office to advise a government-backed Japanese investment fund on its multi-billion dollar acquisition of a semiconductor manufacturer. The vastly experienced John Reynolds remains a key team member from Senior Counsel level. Associate Kendall Howell supports the team and advises both U.S and international clients through complex transactions and reviews.