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Chris Bowers

Chris Bowers

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Chris Bowers advises clients on all aspects of international and financial products tax planning and controversy, representing many of the largest U.S. and international financial institutions, as well as large, multinational companies. His practice focuses on issues arising in cross-border financings, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, and foreign tax credit planning.

Career

J.D., The University of Chicago Law School, 1997 (High Honors; Order of the Coif; Articles Editor, University of Chicago Law Review); B.A., Fordham University, 1994 (summa cum laude). Clerked for Supreme Court Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and the Hon. Pamela Ann Rymer of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Tax: Controversy - USA - Nationwide

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Chris Bowers maintains a varied practice, which includes the representation of domestic and international clients in tax controversy matters.

Strengths

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  • He takes the time to hear the concerns of the client, including the economic background and finds a way to address both the commercial and tax issues involved.

    TaxChambers Guide to the USA
  • Chris delivers first-rate client service, while at the same time providing technical expertise and thoughtful advice.

    TaxChambers Guide to the USA
  • Chris is a one-of-a-kind thinker and is able to solve many problems.

    Tax: ControversyChambers Guide to the USA

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California

California: Los Angeles & Surrounds

California: Northern

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California: Southern

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