Davis Polk partner and Europe practice head Will Pearce was named to Financial News’ “Fifty Most Influential Lawyers 2025” list. The award recognizes the top finance lawyers in Europe, including legal professionals working on M&A, private equity deals, IPOs, fund formation and financial regulation.

Will was honored for his dual role leading the firm’s European practice and its London M&A practice, and notably for his leadership in expanding the office through lateral partner hirings and moving to a new London office later this year.

The list of the “Fifty Most Influential Lawyers 2025” was published by Financial News on June 30, 2025. 

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