Davis Polk partner and Financial Institutions practice head Margaret Tahyar was profiled by Financier Worldwide as part of the publication’s “Power Players: Financial Services Regulation” issue. In the Q&A, she discusses the standout moments in her career that have shaped her professional journey, how she mentors and inspires younger colleagues, and her predictions for the future of financial services regulation.

“Before the financial crisis, bank regulation lawyers were the geeks in the corner. With the financial crisis, folks have realized that banking regulation is the traffic light at the intersection of money, political power and financial stability. The humble bank regulation lawyer is the utility worker who repairs the traffic light from time to time. We will always be needed.” Margaret said.

“Power Players: Financial Services Regulation 2025 – Distinguished Advisers,” Financier Worldwide (May 2025)

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