Samuel Butler, Lawyer Who Helped Create Corporate Giants, Dies at 94

Samuel Butler, a prominent figure in the Wall Street legal world, passed away at 94 in Manhattan. Known for his role in major mergers and acquisitions, including advising on deals like Squibb’s sale to Bristol-Myers and Disney’s takeover of Capital Cities, Butler was a respected lawyer at Cravath for 47 years. He also had a lasting friendship with Warren Buffett and was deeply involved in nonprofit work, notably serving on the New York Public Library board for 45 years.

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