Latham & Watkins LLP, Tax | Chambers USA Profile

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Tax - Texas

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins LLP is an established name in the market with a sound reputation for astute counsel on energy-related transactional work. Regularly sought by energy entities as well as private equity firms and banks for advice on the range of corporate deals, including M&A and IPOs. Possesses additional experience in advising on debt restructurings and workouts, and is noted for the strength of its advice relating to MLPs.

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Work Highlights

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Latham & Watkins advised US pipeline operator Magellan Midstream Partners on the tax aspects of its merger with ONEOK, in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $18.8 billion.

Strengths

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"You will rarely come across transactional tax attorneys that are this commercially minded. They are not ones to lose the forest for the trees when it comes to negotiating from a tax perspective."

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"Latham & Watkins has provided excellent tax advice on all issues we've discussed with them. They are very knowledgeable and have been extremely helpful with very complex transactions."

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"The team never loses sight of the main objective and expertly navigates any risky waters."

Tax respondent
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"You will rarely come across transactional tax attorneys that are this commercially minded. They are not ones to lose the forest for the trees when it comes to negotiating from a tax perspective."

Tax respondent
USA

"Latham & Watkins has provided excellent tax advice on all issues we've discussed with them. They are very knowledgeable and have been extremely helpful with very complex transactions."

Tax respondent
USA

"The team never loses sight of the main objective and expertly navigates any risky waters."

Tax respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Tim Fenn

Band 1

Tim Fenn remains a top choice for tax issues connected to transactions. He has recognizable strength in advising on MLPs.

"Tim has a world-class reputation and is great at helping us navigate corporate tax issues."

"I can't speak highly enough of him - he has a high level of commitment to his clients and a range of experience to draw upon that is truly impressive."

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Bryant Lee

Band 4

Bryant Lee is recognized for his skill in MLP-related matters. He frequently advises clients in the oil and gas sector.

"Bryant Lee has been an incredible resource for us. He provides excellent tax advice and is very knowledgeable about our business and the space we operate in."

"He is technically strong, has years of experience in the energy space and helps us manage a given project in an efficient manner."

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