Tax - Hawaii
What the team is known for
Cades Schutte has a market-leading legal practice in Hawaii with an impressive bench of tax attorneys. The team has notable strength in both transactional and contentious mandates and its experience includes planning issues, IRS proceedings and matters affecting tax-exempt entities. It attracts a broad client base, which includes major public companies, investors, lenders and high net worth individuals.
Strengths
"The firm provides insightful and detailed comments on various tax issues."
"Cades Schutte's team possesses excellent technical knowledge and takes a practical approach."
"The team's counsel is consistent, thorough and comprehensive."
Work highlights
Cades Schutte provide advice to the Hawaii Community Foundation on tax exemption, corporate nonprofit governance and business entity structuring.
Notable practitioners
Vito Galati is well respected for his work in tax compliance and real estate tax. He has many years of experience in advising on a variety of complex business transactions and contentious mandates.
Chris Mashiba is a preeminent attorney specializing in federal and state tax planning. He advises both large corporates and individuals, and is well respected in the Hawaii tax market. "He always provides solid advice in a timely manner." "Chris is very intelligent, aware and constructive in his advice and guidance."
Trever Asam enjoys a strong reputation for his impressive contentious tax practice. He is particularly noted for his representation of nonprofits, which includes advising on tax exemption concerns. "He is a joy to work with - he's extremely smart, well versed in this area and responsive."
Ryan Wilson provides impressive advice on federal and Hawaii tax to a wide range of clients. He has particular expertise in real estate-related tax matters. "Ryan is an extremely competent attorney who understands the client's needs and goals." "Ryan is a very thorough lawyer."