Mayer Brown LLP, Tax | Chambers USA Profile

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Tax - Illinois

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Mayer Brown LLP is highly regarded for its strong controversy practice, which sees it act in disputes venued across the USA. It is also noted for its significant transactional capabilities, acting on domestic and cross-border planning issues and deals such as restructurings and M&A. The team maintains a strong corporate client base, including numerous Fortune 500 companies. It regularly acts for private equity and real estate companies and REITs.

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Work Highlights

Mayer Brown acted as counsel for Yum! Brands in its U.S. Tax Court case, regarding USD2.5 billion of asserted tax and penalties resulting from several international reorganisations the company undertook in 2014.

Strengths

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I find the team to bring multidisciplinary approaches and provide very comprehensive advice.

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Mayer Brown has a strong tax controversy team and a strong appellate team, with the ability to leverage both groups throughout the litigation process.

Tax respondent
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Known for handling complex cross-border and transfer-pricing cases, Mayer Brown blends strategic foresight with proven credibility before tax authorities.

Tax respondent
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Mayer Brown is a terrific firm with exceptional tax professionals.

Tax respondent
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I find the team to bring multidisciplinary approaches and provide very comprehensive advice.

Tax respondent
USA

Mayer Brown has a strong tax controversy team and a strong appellate team, with the ability to leverage both groups throughout the litigation process.

Tax respondent
USA

Known for handling complex cross-border and transfer-pricing cases, Mayer Brown blends strategic foresight with proven credibility before tax authorities.

Tax respondent
USA

Mayer Brown is a terrific firm with exceptional tax professionals.

Tax respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Joel V Williamson

Star Individuals

Joel Williamson is held in high esteem for his wealth of transfer pricing expertise. He has significant trial experience and routinely acts for clients facing seminal cases before the US Tax Court.

Joel Williamson is excellent.

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Thomas L Kittle-Kamp

Band 1

Thomas Kittle-Kamp is a leading tax controversy expert. He handles an array of IRS disputes, including challenges to partnership structures and tax refunds.

Thomas Kittle-Kamp is a strong lawyer. Everyone sees him as the best.

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James R Barry

Band 3

James Barry offers considerable expertise in tax matters arising from high-value acquisitions and sales, advising a broad roster of domestic and international clients.

James Barry is very good and technically capable.

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Jenny A Austin

Band 3

Jenny Austin is sought after by clients for her expertise in tax controversy and litigation work. She is well positioned to handle complex domestic and cross border issues that may arise.

Jenny Austin is a terrific controversy resource.

Jenny is a super-lawyer. She's a fierce advocate with exceptional soft skills - a trusted advisor who provides tailored client service.

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John T Hildy

Band 3

John Hildy has a strong tax controversy practice that takes in high-stakes litigation for a wide range of corporate clients. He often handles IRS administrative proceedings and cross-border tax matters.

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Steven Garden

Band 4

Steven Garden regularly assists clients in a wide variety of non-contentious tax matters. He has particular expertise in credit investment transactions.

Steven is a superb advisor who understands the market and serves his clients with gusto. He’s extremely technical but can explain complex concepts to non-tax professionals with ease.

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