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Akerman LLP

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Akerman LLP

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Provided by Akerman LLP

Akerman advises domestic and foreign corporations, partnerships, individuals and nonprofit institutions on a wide range of international, federal and state and local tax issues, tax audits and tax litigation. The group represents clients in complex transactions and creates tax efficient structures and innovative solutions. Akerman also provides tax planning services associated with in-bound and out-bound investments in Latin America and the Caribbean, and serves as counsel to foreign companies and individual investors looking to do business in the United States.

Service Offerings

  • Corporate Tax
  • Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
  • International Tax
  • Pass-Through Taxation
  • Real Property Tax Planning & Appeals
  • Federal Tax Litigation & Controversy
  • State & Local Tax Consulting
  • State and Local Tax Litigation & Controversy
  • Tax Accounting
  • Tax Credits and Incentives
  • Tax-Exempt Organizations
  • Trusts and Estates

Clients (13)

  • Ford Motor Company
  • Seminole Tribe of Florida
  • Skechers
  • Best Buy
  • Capital One
  • Carmax
  • DHL eCommerce
  • Samsung
  • Synchrony Financial
  • Chrysler Financial Services
  • TD Auto Finance
  • Verizon
  • Wells Fargo

Industries (16)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Charities / Not for Profit
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Health Care
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Travel & Leisure

Chambers Review

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Tax - Florida

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Akerman LLP has an accomplished practice representing clients across a wide range of tax issues including controversy, litigation, estate planning, and state and local tax. The firm frequently acts on issues arising from the development of emerging technology, including cloud computing and digital goods. It specializes in transactional matters, with significant cross-border expertise and a focus on work in Latin America. The firm has a deep bench both nationally and statewide, with nine Florida office locations.

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Work Highlights

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  • Akerman LLP represents partner Michael Goldberg in his capacity as Plan Administrator of Bed Bath & Beyond during its bankruptcy liquidation.

Strengths

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  • The team is very strategic in their approach. The attorneys understand the technical tax nuances of particular positions and I appreciate their ability to think about options.

    Tax respondentUSA

  • Akerman were able to efficiently handle complex legal topics, which had been bubbling up over a long period of time at our organization, in a matter of weeks.

    Tax respondentUSA

  • Akerman provides deep, specialized knowledge of complex and evolving tax codes, extensive experience in controversy and litigation, and the ability to provide strategic, multistate planning.

    Tax respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Peter O Larsen
    Peter O Larsen

    Peter O Larsen

    Peter Larsen advises a broad client base on contentious tax matters. He is highly knowledgeable on SALT issues impacting automotive and telecommunications companies.

    • Peter is an expert in his field and a true business partner.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • He is extremely helpful, knowledgeable and personable.

      Tax respondentUSA
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  • Lorie Fale
    Lorie Fale

    Lorie Fale

    Lorie Fale boasts expertise in a broad range of tax matters, especially multistate tax planning, state tax assessments, tax audits and refund claims. Her impressive client roster includes those active in the healthcare, technology and financial sectors. She is also able to assist with tax litigation matters.

    • Lorie has extensive knowledge of our business and industry. She clearly understands our tax position.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Lorie is a subject matter expert in her respective area and highly regarded.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • She's excellent in every aspect of her delivery of professional services.

      Tax respondentUSA
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  • Michael Bowen
    Michael Bowen

    Michael Bowen

    Michael Bowen is a strong choice for state and local tax controversy matters. His expertise reaches across multiple states and his clients include high-profile names in the retail and technology sectors.

    • He is relentless in his research and creativity in our defense. He quickly understands the business circumstances and is able to give logical advice that can quickly be implemented.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Mike has significant experience, is responsive, thoughtful, and is a strong litigator.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Michael is an outstanding tax attorney; he is highly sophisticated.

      Tax respondentUSA
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  • David Rosen
    David Rosen

    David Rosen

    David Rosen has a burgeoning practice advising client on a range of local and state tax issues. He often represents clients from the motor vehicle industry before tax authorities and regulators.

    • David has been extremely responsive and informed on a variety of complex legal topics.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • David is very knowledgeable, approachable, and provides detailed information.

      Tax respondentUSA
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