Tax

Offers a broad range of skills including securitization as well as restructuring and REITs matters. Frequently acts on behalf of investment funds and corporate clients. Regularly works with the firm's capital markets, finance and insurance departments.

Sidley Austin LLP represented GIC in its acquisition of a 19.9% interest in Duke Energy Indiana.

Christian Brause handles a diverse array of matters, regularly advising clients on the tax issues related to M&A and fund formation. He also has particular expertise in work involving REITs.
"He is diligent, hard-working, very sharp, responsive and has comprehensive knowledge and experience." "He is highly knowledgeable in tax, he is practical and creative, and is able to resolve issues in a commercial way. It has always been a pleasure working with Chris."

Laura Barzilai is the global leader of the firm's tax, employee benefits and executive compensation group. She offers broad expertise in tax issues, spanning complex corporate transactions and work involving the insurance sector.
"Laura provides excellent and practical advice in very complex areas of tax law." "Laura is our preferred tax adviser. She is responsive, knowledgeable, and understands us. We trust her with our most complex and impactful deals."

Noam Waltuch works on a range of transactional tax matters. His clients include investment firms.
"He is very responsive and solution-oriented." "Noam Waltuch is my first phone call when I need help with a complex matter."

Richard Leavy offers extensive experience in matters concerning state and local tax. He is particularly noted for his work on real estate-related issues.
"He is the most responsive legal counsel I have worked with."

Robert Kreitman regularly advises on matters related to financial products and structured finance. He is particularly experienced in CLO transactions.
"Robert is our leading go-to counsel for sophisticated tax matters." "He is attentive and knows the current state of play."