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Latham & Watkins LLP

Tax

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Latham & Watkins LLP

Rankings

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Tax - Illinois

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Latham & Watkins LLP has a well-respected transactional practice with strong expertise in cross-border deals and tax planning. It frequently advises on high-value financings and M&A for an impressive roster of US and international companies. The firm is also noted for its strength advising on private equity matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins advised Belron UK Finance on its EUR8.1 billion refinancing and dividend recapitalization.

Strengths

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  • The Latham & Watkins team has deep subject matter expertise, a deep bench and resources within the firm.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • Latham's attorneys provide professional but friendly advice. Their depth in experience ensures confidence of both technical and practical approaches associated with transactions.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • They always find a way to exceed my expectations.

    Tax respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Diana Doyle
    Band 1Diana Doyle

    Diana Doyle

    Diana Doyle acts for an impressive roster of blue-chip multinationals such as pharmaceuticals and leisure companies, advising on tax issues arising from complex cross-border transactions.
    • Diana blew me away! She was personable, knowledgeable, and sophisticated. She was attentive and supportive and always went the extra mile.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 1Joseph Kronsnoble
    Band 1Joseph Kronsnoble

    Joseph Kronsnoble

    Joseph Kronsnoble regularly advises on high-value transactional tax matters, including LBOs, reorganizations and M&A.
    • He is always responsive and great to work with. He has a great wealth of knowledge and has a strong breadth of expertise.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 3Enrique Rene de Vera
    Band 3Enrique Rene de Vera

    Enrique Rene de Vera

    Rene de Vera is recognized for his work in transactional tax matters, especially in relation to M&A and securities offerings..

    • He's surprisingly quick at understanding complex issues and making them efficient. He's a great negotiator and very approachable.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • Rene is vey responsive and is really good on transactions. He has a very high touch when having to sort through issues.

      Tax respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Latham & Watkins LLP (3)

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