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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Tax: Corporate & Finance

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Tax: Corporate & Finance - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP boasts an expert fund formation practice with extensive experience advising sponsors on transactional tax issues. The firm also advises on areas such as M&A and divestitures for a broad client base, which includes hospitality and technology companies. It is noted for its work on high-value capital markets and real estate transactions and has strong skills in handling capital markets-related tax issues.

Notable practitioners

New York-based Marcy Gellar and Nancy Mehlman are key contacts.

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Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett represented Silver Lake Partners in connection with the acquisition of Endeavor Group Holdings.

Strengths

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  • It is a great firm that is especially good for big-ticket transactions. Its team can work around the clock and is a go-to firm for high-pressure projects.

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  • The firm is creative, smart and always looking for potential solutions.

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  • The firm can handle complex matters and is extremely good in defending technical positions extremely well.

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