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Alston & Bird LLP maintains an enviable tax practice, praised for its breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise. Benefits from highly experienced individuals able to handle tax matters at all levels, from state and local to federal and international. The team's expertise includes advising tax-exempt organizations, advising on tax controversy and assisting leading companies with the tax elements of acquisitions.
Work Highlights
- Alston & Bird LLP acted for Eisai throughout the audit and appeal to Chancery Court in an appeal from an assessment of $1 million of Tennessee business taxes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Alston & Bird is who we think of when we have a complex issue."
"The firm provides the best corporate tax advice available anywhere."
"Alston & Bird is who we think of when we have a complex issue."
"The firm provides the best corporate tax advice available anywhere."
Notable Practitioners
Sam Kaywood is a market-leading tax attorney with extensive experience of cross-border tax work. As well as his advice on transactions, he is also adept at assisting clients with tax controversy.
Clark Calhoun is noted for his extensive experience advising companies that are faced with tax disputes and controversy. He splits his time between the firm's offices in Atlanta and Los Angeles.
"Clark is very technical and practical, and he has wonderful client service skills."
Brian Harvel's practice sees him advising on the tax elements of large corporate transactions. He has experience working with clients on both US and international matters.
"Brian is excellent to work with."
George Abney's former experience as a federal prosecutor for the Department of Justice means that he is well placed to advise clients on civil and criminal tax controversy matters.