McDermott Will & Emery LLP, Tax | Chambers USA Profile

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Tax - Florida

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

McDermott Will & Emery houses a strong group of dedicated tax attorneys in Florida, with additional firm-wide capabilities allowing for a strong national and international practice. The firm has a broad practice and includes planning and advisory matters, as well as providing counsel on financing issues and the tax elements of corporate transactions. Its diverse roster of clients includes those in the healthcare, education and financial services sectors.

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Work Highlights

McDermott Will & Emery advised Credit Suisse on tax matters related to its $3.25 billion takeover by UBS.

Strengths

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The partners are solid from a technical tax standpoint and are very responsive.

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I am really impressed with the team. They are proactive and clearly very intelligent and supportive. The quality of service is always very high.

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The partners are great at handling tax matters. The law firm finds practical solutions which is a joy.

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The partners take initiative to handle time-sensitive matters and display a significant degree of professionalism. I am very pleased with their level of responsiveness.

Tax respondent
USA

The partners are solid from a technical tax standpoint and are very responsive.

Tax respondent
USA

I am really impressed with the team. They are proactive and clearly very intelligent and supportive. The quality of service is always very high.

Tax respondent
USA

The partners are great at handling tax matters. The law firm finds practical solutions which is a joy.

Tax respondent
USA

The partners take initiative to handle time-sensitive matters and display a significant degree of professionalism. I am very pleased with their level of responsiveness.

Tax respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Steven Hadjilogiou

Band 1

Steven Hadjilogiou comes recommended for his expertise in cross-border tax issues, including those involving real estate transactions. He acts for a broad client base, which includes private equity firms and global corporations.

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Michael J. Bruno

Band 2

Michael Bruno is particularly acclaimed for his counsel on cross-border transactions and planning matters, which sees him act for both international and domestic clients.

Michael Bruno is a great tax strategist. He is always thinking of new approaches and considerations. He is very innovative and always knowledgeable of the latest tax updates and strategies.

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Gregory Weigand

Band 3

Gregory Weigand acts for both national and international companies on tax matters. He is particularly skilled in M&A mandates, tax structurings and asset purchases.

Gregory is a talented lawyer and I am lucky to partner with him.

His practical, solutions-focused advice, combined with his attentiveness, responsiveness, and friendly demeanour, makes him an absolute pleasure to work with.

Gregory Weigand is an exceptional tax counsel who stands out for his ability to simplify complex issues and present them in a clear, approachable manner.

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