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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Tax - New York

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP's tax group is sought out by a raft of private equity firms, financial institutions and multinational corporations. The group frequently advises on the tax implications of transactions, as well as fund formation matters, and its expertise also covers issues such as capital markets and real estate transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP 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.

    Tax respondentUSA

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

    Tax respondentUSA

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

    Tax respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Marcy Geller
    Marcy Geller

    Marcy Geller

    Marcy Geller has a broad practice which includes high-value M&A, fund formation and joint venture transactions. She also handles bankruptcy-related matters.

    • Marcy is the most beloved tax person for us.

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  • Nancy Mehlman
    Nancy Mehlman

    Nancy Mehlman

    Nancy Mehlman is noted in the market for her vast experience acting for clients on complex corporate transactions. She advises on M&A, joint venture transactions and financings, as well as assisting with fund formations and real estate-related matters.

    • Nancy understands when you need to get a deal done and will just make sure it gets done.

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  • Jonathan Goldstein
    Jonathan Goldstein

    Jonathan Goldstein

    Jonathan Goldstein has extensive experience in corporate transactions and is highlighted for his expertise in fund formation-related issues. He works with a wide range of clients, including software companies and private equity firms.

    • John is the street fighter who you want for a contentious deal where you are fighting for every inch.

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  • Russell S Light
    Russell S Light

    Russell S Light

    Russell Light advises on the tax issues connected to corporate transactions, including acquisitions, sales and capital markets offerings. He has significant experience acting for private equity clients.

    • Russell is a careful thinker and is great for super complicated matters.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Russell has excellent knowledge of the tax code, particularly with respect to how it affects private equity transactions.

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  • Andrew B Purcell
    Andrew B Purcell

    Andrew B Purcell

    Andrew Purcell has a broad range of tax capabilities. His experience includes working on large transactions matters for private equity firms.

    • He is extremely good at what he does. He is sharp and can explain complex issues extremely well in a way that everyone can understand.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Andrew is exceptionally intelligent. He makes difficult issues incredibly clear. He is very trusted on all our most challenging issues and gives us actionable solutions.

      Tax respondentUSA
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  • Ari Zak
    Ari Zak

    Ari Zak

    Ari Zak is recognized for his expertise in funds taxation matters. He counts a number of large private equity firms and hedge funds among his clients.

    • Ari is an expert in the registered funds space.

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  • Steven Lorch
    Steven Lorch

    Steven Lorch

    Steven Lorch is a highly regarded partner in the New York tax market. He advises on issues arising from complex corporate transactions.

    • Steven is both brilliant and a pleasure to work with. He produces terrific results extremely quickly, and he is always immediately responsive to our questions and concerns.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Steven is a technical tax expert for M&A. He is practical and business-minded, responsive and extremely pleasant to deal with.

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  • Alec Jarvis
    Alec Jarvis

    Alec Jarvis

    Alec Jarvis is a respected tax partner with notable experience in domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures and restructurings.

    • Alec is extremely responsive, very technical, and really commercial. He can answer questions clearly and concisely.

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  • Sophie Staples
    Sophie Staples

    Sophie Staples

    Sophie Staples is an up-and-coming partner, adept at advising clients across various M&A transactions and other corporate tax issues.

    • Sophie is really good. She is pleasant, smart and service-oriented.

      Tax respondentUSA

    • Sophie is excellent. She is a really talented tax lawyer.

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