Tax | USA

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP offers a broad and highly accomplished practice with proven tax advisory skills and great judgment in forming creative structures. Noted for effective advice on fund formation and financial products, as well as corporate M&A and cross-border matters. Offers additional expertise in resolving tax controversy matters. Especially well equipped to service large multi-nationals, including financial institutions and investment funds.

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is a marquee domestic and international tax practice, covering the spectrum of tax planning and controversy for its impressive multi-national client base. Highlighted for its extensive expertise in financial products and capital markets. Regularly advises on the tax implications of major bankruptcies and real estate transactions.

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

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is admired for providing useful and pragmatic federal tax advice to clients. Experienced in advising on both domestic and cross-border matters involving private equity, fund formation and debt financing. Has particular expertise in advising on bankruptcy-related tax matters. First choice for clients from a multitude of industries, including financial services, real estate and technology.

Sidley Austin LLP offers a broad range of skills including securitization as well as restructuring and REITs matters. Frequently acts on behalf of investment funds and corporate clients. Regularly works with the firm's capital markets, finance and insurance departments. Routinely advises on sophisticated private equity transactions.

Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP houses an accomplished practice across corporate M&A work, private equity investment and investment fund formation. Possesses the ability to work seamlessly with other practice areas at the firm. Provides a full service to its clients and is well versed in domestic and international matters. Capable of representing clients before the IRS and the Treasury Department.

HSF Kramer is a respected name, adept at handling federal transactional tax matters. Can also draw upon the firm's expertise in other practices to provide a range of complementary services. Boasts expertise in acting for companies and individuals in the entertainment and sports industries.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP combined on June 1st to form HSF Kramer.

A&O Shearman is recognized for its capabilities in structuring US and international tax transactions. The firm's client base includes multinational corporations in the pharmaceutical, energy, and banking sectors. The team also has experience advising on cryptocurrency matters.

Freshfields US LLP represents a range of clients including private equity firms, investment banks and energy companies in significant transactions. Expertise covers deals such as M&A, IPOs and joint ventures. Well equipped to handle cross-border matters, supported by a network of international offices.