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Tax - New York

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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.

Work Highlights

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

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Marcy Geller
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Marcy Geller
2
Band 2
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.

Nancy Mehlman
2
Nancy Mehlman
2
Band 2
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.

Jonathan Goldstein
4
Jonathan Goldstein
4
Band 4
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.

Russell S Light
4
Russell S Light
4
Band 4
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.

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

Andrew B Purcell
5
Andrew B Purcell
5
Band 5

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.

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.

Ari Zak
5
Ari Zak
5
Band 5

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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Alec Jarvis
U
Up and Coming

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.

Sophie Staples
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Sophie Staples
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Up and Coming

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.

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

Ranked Lawyers at
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Marcy Geller
2
Marcy Geller
2
Band 2
Nancy Mehlman
2
Nancy Mehlman
2
Band 2
Jonathan Goldstein
4
Jonathan Goldstein
4
Band 4
Russell S Light
4
Russell S Light
4
Band 4
Andrew B Purcell
5
Andrew B Purcell
5
Band 5
Ari Zak
5
Ari Zak
5
Band 5
U
Alec Jarvis
U
Up and Coming
Sophie Staples
U
Sophie Staples
U
Up and Coming