Davis Polk

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Industry-leading companies and global financial institutions know they can rely on us for their most challenging legal and business matters. The firm’s top-flight capabilities are grounded in a distinguished history of 175 years, and our global, forward-looking focus is supported by offices strategically located in the world’s key financial centers and political capitals. More than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly across practice groups and geographies to provide clients with exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions. Visit davispolk.com.  

Akin

Akin is a global law firm with more than 900 lawyers and advisors who pride themselves on dedication to their clients and their communities. With 18 offices worldwide, we are renowned for numerous market-leading practices; our strengths in complex transactions and restructurings, high-stakes litigation, and public policy and regulatory matters; and our unyielding pro bono commitment. We partner with clients from both established industries and cutting-edge markets to deliver creative solutions to business-critical issues, helping them seize opportunities and anticipate challenges. Driven by our forward-thinking leadership, we have built a strong culture of innovation and collaboration as well as a talented and diverse workforce committed to the success of our clients and each other. We are intentional about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are supported and given the tools to succeed.

Our industry-leading technology lawyers assist clients in bringing new and emerging technologies to market while navigating the rapidly evolving legal, policy and regulatory landscape. These client-focused practitioners anticipate developments that can impact our clients’ success, then outline the opportunities, assess the risks and execute the transactions. 

Akin is always looking over the horizon for developments in tech that affect our clients. For example, we assembled a multidisciplinary team of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) lawyers and advisors with industry intelligence and deep experience to advise clients in that burgeoning space. From assessing the value and risks of AI/ML technologies to financing and implementation, our team guides clients through AI/ML-related deals, regulations, disputes and investigations. Akin’s AI/ML lawyers are adept at assisting clients on the development and deployment of AI/ML technologies and navigating related legislation and regulation.

Brunswick

Brunswick is a global advisory firm, helping companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes. 

Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We are led by 220 partners, each an authority in their field. This real-world expertise is supercharged by our continuous investment in digital and AI innovation.

Cleary Gottlieb

Founded by seven lawyers in 1946, Cleary Gottlieb has grown to over 1,100 lawyers from more than 50 countries, with 16 offices globally.  As the first major U.S. law firm to invest in Europe, we have developed elite M&A practices across the core European hubs, becoming market leaders in each.  Combining a global approach with deep local roots, we understand the intricacies of diverse legal and regulatory landscapes and tailor our strategies to your specific needs.

Cleary Gottlieb’s London office was established in 1971 and now has 30 partners and a team of over 140 qualified lawyers and trainees focused on M&A, Private Equity, Funds and Private Capital, Antitrust, Finance, Restructuring and Insolvency, Capital Markets and Disputes.

At the heart of our London office are our market leading M&A and antitrust practices.  Together, they have a proven track record of steering our clients through high-profile and high-stakes transactions, providing sophisticated guidance on industry-transforming deals in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. 

Shieldpay

Shieldpay is the dedicated payments partner for the legal and professional services sector. We make complex transactions simple, secure, and compliant so you can focus on your clients, not the admin. 

Our FCA-regulated platform delivers a seamless journey from verification, safeguarding and disbursement, giving firms confidence and control without compromise.

Sullivan & Cromwell

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP provides the highest quality legal advice and representation to clients around the world. With a 140-year history of success and client service, the firm is recognised as a model for modern legal practice. S&C is a leader across its core practice areas and geographic markets, advising on major domestic and cross-border M&A, finance, corporate transactions, high-stakes litigation, investigations, and complex regulatory, tax and estate planning matters. The Financial Services Group is at the forefront of developments affecting global financial institutions, including UK and international banking organisations, insurers, investment funds and asset managers. S&C comprises more than 900 lawyers across 13 highly integrated offices in key financial centres in Asia, Australia, Europe and the United States. Established in 1972, Sullivan & Cromwell’s London office is the second largest office of the firm. The London office advises on English, EU and U.S. law, serving as a natural focal point for English law advice, as well as for cross-border European and cross-continental transactions.