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Tax - District of Columbia

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What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP has a renowned tax practice noted for its state and local taxation expertise. Provides counsel on transactional tax planning in addition to strength in federal and state controversy. Represents an enviable client list, with particular experience in the TMT and energy and natural resources sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Eversheds Sutherland LLP advised NextEnergy Capital on the launch of its $1.5 billion NextPower V ESG fund.

Strengths

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"The team show great depth and breadth of knowledge and expertise. They are always responsive and helpful."

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"Eversheds are aware of what is happening locally, regionally and globally. They follow emerging trends to ensure we get the right advice."

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"The team is strong top-to-bottom and capable of providing deep subject matter expertise on all issues."

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Notable Practitioners

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David Blair
4
David Blair
4
Band 4
David Blair is noted for his deft handling of a wide array of tax controversies. His clients include multinational corporations.
"David is very knowledgeable. He is responsive to requests and questions, and has a keen ability to negotiate issues and evaluate options for taxpayers."
"He can always be relied on to know the procedural nuances of an issue."
"David has excellent communication skills and a calm and collected demeanor."
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Dwight Mersereau
4
Dwight Mersereau
4
Band 4
Dwight Mersereau is frequently sought out to handle high-stakes tax disputes. His client roster includes notable financial institutions.
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Jeffrey A Friedman
4
Jeffrey A Friedman
4
Band 4
Jeffrey Friedman is a go-to lawyer on state and local tax issues. His client base includes software companies and retailers.
"Jeffrey is very responsive and very easy to work with."
"He is very good - he's very smart and brings everything to the table."
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David Fischer
5
David Fischer
5
Band 5
David Fischer has a broad practice covering both planning and controversy matters, acting for clients across multiple industries.
"David is able to break down complex subjects, build a strategy and communicate that appropriately to the audience."
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Xenia Garofalo
U
Xenia Garofalo
U
Up and Coming
Xenia Garafalo is noted for her work advising corporate, investor and sponsor clients on domestic and international tax and structuring matters. She serves as cochair of the firm's private capital group.
"Xenia is knowledgeable, practical and responsive. She thinks holistically about deals."
"Her speed and execution are really impressive."
"She has a wealth of tax knowledge."
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Ranked Lawyers at
Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

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David Blair
4
David Blair
4
Band 4
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Dwight Mersereau
4
Dwight Mersereau
4
Band 4
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Jeffrey A Friedman
4
Jeffrey A Friedman
4
Band 4
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David Fischer
5
David Fischer
5
Band 5
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Xenia Garofalo
U
Xenia Garofalo
U
Up and Coming
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