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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Tax

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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

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Tax - New York

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is a top-tier practice with deep experience in the tax treatment of areas such as investment funds, capital markets and real estate. Particularly well regarded for advising on big-ticket M&A and financing deals, the firm fields accomplished advisers on international as well as domestic issues, and on controversy as well as tax planning.

Work Highlights

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell LLP advised Gildan Activewear on the tax aspects of its pending acquisition of HanesBrands for an equity value of $2.2 billion and an enterprise value of $4.4 billion.

Strengths

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  • They are best in class financial product and transaction tax lawyers.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • With its deep resources and sound technical understanding of tax matters, I know I will get top notch service and quality with the team at Sullivan & Cromwell.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • Sullivan & Cromwell has one of the strongest teams around, especially in financial instruments, international tax planning for big banks, private equity and for partnership issues around real estate and private equity. There is nothing that it doesn't do.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • They are some of the best tax attorneys representing the financial services industry.

    Tax respondentUSA
  • The team is concise yet provides thorough interpretations and analysis of the issues raised.

    Tax respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleAndrew P Solomon
    Senior StatespeopleAndrew P Solomon

    Andrew P Solomon

    Andrew Solomon is recognized for his wealth of experience in tax matters. His practice covers tax planning and dispute resolution.
  • Senior StatespeopleAndrew S Mason
    Senior StatespeopleAndrew S Mason

    Andrew S Mason

    Andrew Mason has an excellent reputation in the market for his extensive expertise in regulatory and transactional tax issues. His experience covers deals such as acquisitions, leveraged leases and project finance.
  • Band 1David P Hariton
    Band 1David P Hariton

    David P Hariton

    David Hariton wins praise for his handling of the tax elements of corporate transactions. He counts leading financial institutions as key clients.
    • David is extraordinarily thoughtful. He is a great choice when you need something to be built from the ground up. He is great for complex financial products and structuring.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • David has a wealth of experience. He knows the tax code like crazy.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 2Davis J. Wang
    Band 2Davis J. Wang

    Davis J. Wang

    Davis Wang is regularly called upon for his advice on the tax elements of high-value M&A. He also advises on the tax aspects of cross-border financings and securities offerings.
  • Band 3Eric Wang
    Band 3Eric Wang

    Eric Wang

    Eric Wang is adept at advising on tax issues concerning transactions.
    • Eric is super approachable and very intelligent. He does a tremendous job.

      Tax respondentUSA
  • Band 3Isaac J. Wheeler
    Band 3Isaac J. Wheeler

    Isaac J. Wheeler

    Isaac Wheeler is co-head of the firm's tax group. He works on transactions in a range of different industries. His clients include asset managers, real estate developers and financial institutions.

    • Isaac is a fantastic tax lawyer. He is technically astute, extremely creative and an absolute pleasure to spend time with.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • Isaac is an exceptional M&A attorney with exceptional judgment.

      Tax respondentUSA
    • Isaac is a real thought leader.

      Tax respondentUSA

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