Christopher M Flanagan

Chris advises public and private companies on tax planning and analysis in the transactional area. He brings extensive experience in taxable and tax-free acquisitions, divestitures of corporate subsidiaries and divisions, and reorganizations and restructurings.

Chris represents companies in the structuring and formation of major corporate joint ventures, limited liability companies, and large venture capital and private equity funds. He also advises companies on the tax issues attendant to both public and private debt and equity offerings.

Chris is particularly experienced in issues related to the taxation of insurance companies and insurance products. He works closely with the firm’s insurance and reinsurance attorneys on transactions involving the acquisition and divestiture of insurance companies, and the structuring of insurance-related investments. Chris also has experience in the creation and taxation of captive insurance arrangements, and authors articles on the topic.

Before joining the firm, Chris worked in New York City in the tax groups of both a major public accounting and a law firm.

Member, Boston Bar Association Tax Section, former chair

Member, American Bar Association Section of Taxation

Member, Law360 Tax Authority Federal Editorial Advisory Board (2022)