Dmitriy Godunov

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

4.0 (1 reviews)

New York, New York

-1+ years experience

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Updated: Dec 29, 2025

Contact Information

212-735-3000

https://www.skadden.com/professionals/g/godunov-dmitriy

One Manhattan West, 395 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10001

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Bio

Dmitriy Godunov is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Dmitriy, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dmitriy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Dmitriy Godunov is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Dmitriy, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dmitriy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Dmitriy Godunov is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Dmitriy, who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dmitriy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

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Reviews

Justin Thompson

2 months ago

Excellent M&A Advisor with Minor Timing Issues

I worked with Dmitriy Godunov at Skadden on a complex merger transaction, and his expertise in mergers and acquisitions law was evident from our first meeting. His deep understanding of regulatory requirements and strategic structuring made a significant difference in the outcome of our deal. Dmitriy's ability to navigate intricate legal frameworks and anticipate potential pitfalls was impressive. However, I noticed that his response time to follow-up questions could sometimes be slower than expected, which caused minor delays in our timeline. That said, his thoroughness and attention to detail more than compensated for this. The fact that he’s recognized by Best Lawyers for M&A law speaks volumes about his skill. For anyone needing high-level transactional work, Dmitriy is a strong choice, but be prepared for a slightly slower communication pace than some might prefer.