Tax
USA Guide 2024 : Florida
Band 2
About
Provided by Akerman LLP
Akerman advises domestic and foreign corporations, partnerships, individuals and nonprofit institutions on a wide range of international, federal and state and local tax issues, tax audits and tax litigation. The group represents clients in complex transactions and creates tax efficient structures and innovative solutions. Akerman also provides tax planning services associated with in-bound and out-bound investments in Latin America and the Caribbean, and serves as counsel to foreign companies and individual investors looking to do business in the United States.
Service Offerings
- Corporate Tax
- Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation
- ERISA Litigation
- International Tax
- Pass-Through Taxation
- Real Property Tax Planning & Appeals
- Federal Tax Litigation & Controversy
- State & Local Tax Consulting
- State and Local Tax Litigation & Controversy
- Tax Accounting
- Tax-Exempt Organizations
Chambers Review
Akerman has an accomplished practice representing clients across a wide range of tax issues including controversy, litigation, estate planning, and state and local tax. The firm frequently acts on issues arising from the development of emerging technology, including cloud computing and digital goods. It specializes in transactional matters, with significant cross-border expertise and a focus on work in Latin America. The firm has a deep bench both nationally and statewide, with nine Florida office locations.
Work Highlights
- Akerman represented Target Enterprise in litigation against the Florida Department of Revenue after it assessed state income tax using a market-based sourcing method.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Akerman is very knowledgeable in the nuances of our industry and company, and always provides detailed and relevant tax support."
"Their client service is great: responsive, valuable input and available."
"The team's responses are very detailed."
"Akerman is very knowledgeable in the nuances of our industry and company, and always provides detailed and relevant tax support."
"Their client service is great: responsive, valuable input and available."
"The team's responses are very detailed."
Notable Practitioners
Peter Larsen advises a broad client base on contentious tax matters. He is highly knowledgeable on SALT issues impacting automotive and telecommunications companies.
"Peter Larsen has a lot of deep knowledge. He can bring a lot of experience to the table and brings that expertise to his advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Akerman LLP
Florida
Members
Provided by Akerman LLP
Clients
Provided by Akerman LLP
Bank of America
Best Buy
Capital One
Carmax
Chrysler Financial Services
DHL eCommerce
DirecTV
Ford Motor Company
Mobile Mini
Portfolio Recovery Associates
Samsung
Seminole Tribe of Florida
Skechers
Synchrony Financial
TD Auto Finance
Tyson Prepared Foods, Inc.
Verizon
Wells Fargo
Industries
Provided by Akerman LLP
Automobiles & Parts
Banks
Charities / Not for Profit
Commercial & Professional Services
Education
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Health Care
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Real Estate
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Sports
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications
Transportation
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