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Tax: Controversy

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Tax: Controversy - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland LLP offers a longstanding tax litigation practice that houses an experienced bench of former IRS attorneys. Particularly adept at insurer representation and state and local tax disputes. Frequently appears before state, federal and administrative courts across the country on high-value controversies. Regularly advises large multinational corporations including Fortune 100 companies. Sector expertise covers e-commerce, technology and telecommunications.

Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland represented Verizon against the New York State Department of Taxation, which alleged that Verizon owed more than $12 million in gross receipts taxes relative to digital subscriber line and fiber broadband services.

Strengths

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"I can always rely on the Eversheds team to get me a thorough answer to my question in a timely manner."

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"The combination of technical, procedural and strategic experience and knowledge is exceptional."

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"They were easy to work with and very professional." 

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Notable Practitioners

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Sarah E Paul
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Sarah E Paul
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Sarah Paul draws on her experience as an Assistant US Attorney to advise clients on a wide range of tax controversy matters. She provides additional expertise in tax fraud matters.

"Sarah Paul is super sharp."

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David Fischer
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David Fischer
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David Fischer is noted for his expertise in tax litigation. He is regularly called upon to represent high net worth individuals and large corporations in various disputes at both a federal and state level.

"He has excellent communication skills and a calm and collected demeanor. "

"David does a great job of digging into the technical details and getting to the right answer."

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Dwight Mersereau
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Dwight Mersereau
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Dwight Mersereau of Eversheds Sutherland LLP represents his clients in significant tax controversy matters at all types of proceedings.

"Dwight is a reliable wealth of information, strategy and vision."

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Jeffrey A Friedman
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Jeffrey A Friedman
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Jeffrey Friedman is widely considered an expert in state and local tax controversy matters.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Tax: Controversy
David Fischer
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David Fischer
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Dwight Mersereau
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Dwight Mersereau
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Jeffrey A Friedman
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Jeffrey A Friedman
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Sarah E Paul
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Sarah E Paul
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Tax: Fraud
Sarah E Paul
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Sarah E Paul
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