Baker McKenzie, Tax | Chambers USA Profile

About

Provided by Baker McKenzie

As trusted tax counsel to leading multinational companies for more than five decades, our Global Tax Practice is one of the most highly regarded in the world. We're recognized for the high quality of the tax advice we provide in transactions, as well as in global tax policy, transfer pricing, indirect tax, dispute resolution and wealth management matters, worldwide.

With over 900 tax practitioners in 40 countries, our recognized global team combines deep industry knowledge and technical skill to deliver integrated advice that seamlessly aligns to clients’ businesses. From policy to planning, transactions to dispute resolution, our team of experienced lawyers, economists and tax advisors look at tax from every angle and provide full-scale advice to leading multinational companies, family businesses and individuals.

We provide clients with a full range of state and local tax ("SALT") services. Our SALT team is an independent practice area that works closely with our federal tax lawyers as well as lawyers in other practice groups, allowing virtually all tax planning to be done with proper consideration of critical SALT issues. Notably, we maintain offices in key jurisdictions where significant issues are likely to arise and our lawyers have built credibility with state taxing authorities.

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Tax - New York

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie houses a strong team with significant experience advising on the tax elements of high-value corporate transactions. The firm also offers substantial capabilities in contentious matters, and acts for clients from a wide range of sectors, including technology, media and financial services. It is noted for the strength of its SALT practice and able to draw on the firm's national and global network for support in multijurisdictional matters.

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Work Highlights

Baker McKenzie advised CVS Health Corporation on a number of state and local tax matters, including controversies in various states.

Strengths

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What sets Baker McKenzie apart from others in the industry is its unique combination of technical excellence, strategic acumen and practical advocacy.

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The Baker McKenzie team always brings multiple specialists to the table to ensure there is coverage on all tax aspects when speaking to larger clients. It strategizes to determine the best possible outcome.

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The counsel we work with regularly handles complex legal issues thoughtfully and with care.

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Baker's ability to provide strong arguments with meticulous and complete legal responses to the jurisdictions is unmatched. The team makes itself available in times of urgency and does an exceptional job in communicating its arguments to both us and the tax authorities.

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What sets Baker McKenzie apart from others in the industry is its unique combination of technical excellence, strategic acumen and practical advocacy.

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The counsel we work with regularly handles complex legal issues thoughtfully and with care.

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Notable Practitioners

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Maria Eberle

Band 1

Maria Eberle is chair of the firm's New York tax group. She is recognized in the market for her notable expertise in state and local tax issues. She regularly represents clients in litigation as well as advising on tax planning.

Maria’s work reflects a rare balance of technical mastery and business acumen. She understands not just the law, but the commercial realities and her ability to bridge those perspectives makes her an invaluable partner in high-stakes engagements.

Maria is a good advocate, sensible and experienced. She knows how to position our company well for any potential upcoming litigation.

Maria is knowledgeable and communicative when it comes to state tax matters. She is always up for a challenge, and truly cares about her clients and how the changing tax law is affecting them.

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Lindsay LaCava

Band 2

Lindsay LaCava is well regarded for her representation of clients in state and local tax matters. She is adept at handling litigation as well as advising on the tax aspects of business transactions.

Lindsay is highly technical. I am always impressed with her ability to assess an issue and develop a plan.

Lindsay exemplifies the caliber of counsel we look for in trusted advisers. She brings deep technical expertise, measured judgment and a calm, strategic presence to even the most complex matters.

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Dan Rosen

Band 5

Dan Rosen has a notable practice that includes advising on tax controversies. He regularly works on international matters, in addition to US tax issues.

Dan is very knowledgeable in procedural matters. He is excellent in managing cases at each step of the way.

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Thomas R May

Band 5

Thomas May is recognized for his broad tax capabilities, which include tax planning, transactional and controversy matters. His client base includes large multinational corporations.

Tom is very well-respected in the marketplace.

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