Department profile
McCarter & English, LLP

Tax

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McCarter & English, LLP

Rankings

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Tax - New Jersey

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

McCarter & English is a pre-eminent tax practice able to advise clients on a wide range of federal tax and SALT issues. The group is adept at handling both transactional and disputes matters, with notable experience in tax planning and structuring. It acts for a diverse list of clients including non-profit organizations and Fortune 500 companies.

Work Highlights

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  • McCarter & English represented FMC Corporation in its signing of a definitive agreement for the sale of its Global Specialty Solutions business to Environmental Science US for $350 million.

Strengths

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  • The tax team at McCarter & English is capable of handling complex matters with a practical approach.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • McCarter & English is a one-stop shop. Everyone provides a very good service.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • Clients feel protected by the firm and its teams.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • The team at McCarter & English is both responsive and knowledgeable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Alan F Kornstein
    Band 1Alan F Kornstein

    Alan F Kornstein

    Alan Kornstein is held in high regard for his extensive expertise in both tax planning and disputes matters. He has experience acting for a broad array of clients from financial institutions to non-profit organizations.

    • Alan is an excellent attorney with a significant amount of experience. He always provides great advice.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 1Jason D. Navarino
    Band 1Jason D. Navarino

    Jason D. Navarino

    Jason Navarino is noted for his strength in providing counsel on tax issues arising from M&A. He routinely handles issues with complex cross-border elements.
    • Jason has great technical knowledge and is a very, very good tax lawyer.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • Jason is a go-to resource for complex tax matters.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • Jason Navarino's expertise and service is top notch.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • Jason is one of the most technically savvy attorneys around.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 2Jeffrey S. Muller
    Band 2Jeffrey S. Muller

    Jeffrey S. Muller

    Jeffrey Muller is a partner in the firm's tax, employee benefits and private clients group. He is noted for his expertise in transactional tax matters.

    • He was always extremely responsive, communicated clearly and was always available to answer questions and provide clarity as often as we needed.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 2Ward Laracy
    Band 2Ward Laracy

    Ward Laracy

    Ward Laracy helps corporate and individual clients in federal and state tax matters. He has extensive experience in trusts and estates.

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