Paul S. Mishkin

Paul S. Mishkin is a top attorney. He specializes in civil litigation, antitrust, regulatory matters, and white-collar defense. A cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, Mr. Mishkin was on the Harvard Law Review. He combines academic excellence with extensive, practical experience. He also holds a magna cum laude Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Mathematics from Yale University.

Mr. Mishkin’s practice includes high-stakes antitrust class actions, complex commercial cases, and matters involving the Antiterrorism Act, the False Claims Act, securities, and consumer protection laws. His clients include leading financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and technology firms. He is skilled in managing complex lawsuits. He handles class actions and tough commercial disputes with precision.

Mr. Mishkin advises clients on high-stakes regulatory matters and government investigations, including internal reviews and proceedings involving the SEC, FINRA, and the DOJ. Known for his work on complex investigations, he is a trusted legal advisor to corporations navigating significant regulatory, enforcement, and compliance challenges.

Early in his career, Mr. Mishkin gained invaluable experience as an associate at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, a top law firm. Benchmark Litigation has recognized his exceptional legal acumen. It named him to its national “Under 40 Hot List” and a “Star” in New York.

Mr. Mishkin is admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C., Fourth, and Second Circuits, as well as to federal district courts in New York and Washington, D.C. He can advocate for clients in complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. His drive for good results shows his commitment to excellent legal work.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
• Associate, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
• Lecturer, ISDE

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Yale University
  BA in Economics and Mathematics with Magna Cum Laude

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