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Debevoise & Plimpton

New York, NY · Led by Mark Bloom

Revenue

$1.6B

Lawyers

800+

Offices

Founded

1931

About Debevoise & Plimpton

Debevoise & Plimpton is a premier global law firm renowned for its sophisticated private equity, M&A, and litigation practices. The firm has built an extraordinary reputation as the private equity industry's most trusted legal advisor, representing many of the world's largest funds. Known for its collegial culture and intellectual rigor, Debevoise consistently attracts top legal talent and delivers exceptional results for its clients.

Practice Areas

Private Equity

Mergers & Acquisitions

Litigation

International Dispute Resolution

Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

Notable Clients

KKR

CVC Capital Partners

Bain Capital

Advent International

Notable Alumni

Sonia Sotomayor

Mary Jo White

Jeh Johnson

Eli Whitney Debevoise

Fun Fact

Debevoise is widely regarded as the birthplace of modern private equity law, having pioneered many of the legal structures used in leveraged buyouts.

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