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Tax: State & Local | USA

Texas

Tax covers transactional and controversy-related work. Tax on the transactional side covers corporate partnerships structures, tax planning, spin-offs and negotiating tax-free acquisitions. Tax controversy encompasses any contentious tax issue, predominantly at the federal court stage. This includes tax-based litigation, IRS examinations (usually concerning federal income tax issues) and tax shelter investigations. This section also takes into account transfer pricing.

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  1. Baker Botts L.L.P.
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    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Tax: State & Local
    2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked

    Baker Botts LLP has an eminent practice held in high regard for advising on the full range of domestic and international tax structuring matters and high-value corporate transactions. It regularly provides counsel on state and local tax, as well as sensitive controversy and litigation issues. The team has a wealth of experience in advising clients in the energy industry. The firm is particularly active providing guidance on the structuring of partnerships and royalty trust IPOs, and continues to advise clients on the effects of tax reforms.

  2. Holland & Knight LLP
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    Holland & Knight LLP
    Tax: State & Local
    2026 | Band 1 | 1 Years Ranked

    Holland & Knight LLP is an acclaimed tax practice noted for its high-quality counsel to companies in the energy sector, as well as private equity funds. It possesses substantial resources, enabling the team to advise on private and public transactions, in addition to representing clients in high-stakes tax controversy cases. The firm is frequently called upon to provide guidance on international tax planning matters and has additional capability to deal with a range of partnership issues.

  3. Jackson Walker LLP
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    Jackson Walker LLP
    Tax: State & Local
    2026 | Band 1 | 2 Years Ranked

    Jackson Walker's tax practice advises on a wide range of issues, with a particular focus on state and local tax. The firm's attorneys represent companies, financial institutions and individual clients across the full gamut of SALT mandates including tax planning, audits and appeals.