Latham & Watkins LLP, Tax | Chambers USA Profile

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Tax - New York

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins LLP is a popular choice of counsel for optimizing international and domestic deals, working in conjunction with the firm's leading corporate team. An enviable client roster that includes large multinational technology companies and financial institutions. Experienced in applying tax strategies to financing and capital markets offerings as well as M&A. Additionally noted for its expertise in REIT and partnership-related tax matters.

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Work Highlights

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Latham advised on the tax aspects of the formation of a new publicly listed company consisting of both the WWE and UFC.

Strengths

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"They are extremely attentive. They not only know and understand business, but have the client's interests at heart."

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"They are extremely attentive. They not only know and understand business, but have the client's interests at heart."

Tax respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Jiyeon Lee-Lim

Band 1

Jiyeon Lee-Lim is a premier practitioner who chairs the global tax team at the firm. She is sought out for her market-leading expertise in the tax aspects of capital markets transactions.

"She really gets into the issues and is really responsive."

"Jiyeon is an exceptionally practical and creative tax attorney who can navigate cross-border complexities with ease."

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David S Raab

Band 3

David Raab is a well-regarded tax practitioner with notable experience representing private equity firms, global corporates and REITs in corporate transactions. He often works on M&A, divestitures and recapitalizations.

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Lisa G. Watts

Band 5

Lisa Watts comes recommended for her skilled handling of the tax elements of corporate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, joint ventures and investment structurings. She is particularly experienced in working with private equity firms.

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