Tax: Corporate & Finance - USA
What the team is known for
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP attracts acclaim for its expert handling of complex capital markets and M&A transactions. Draws on strong global tax capabilities, offering notable experience in cross-border matters such as multinational joint ventures. Regularly acts for leading financial institutions and technology and pharmaceutical companies. Also noted for its strength in matters pertaining to the investment funds space, acting for a number of private equity funds and hedge funds. Advises major household-name clients, including Google and 3M.
Strengths
"Their responsiveness was strong and they provided practical advice."
Work highlights
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP advised Brookfield on the $5.8 billion acquisition of Scientific Games Corporation's global lottery services and technology business.
Notable practitioners
New York-based Jason Factor and Diana Wollman are key contacts.
Jason Factor comes recommended for his expert advice on the tax aspects of high-value corporate transactions. His clients include private equity firms and hedge funds.