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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 multinationals, including financial institutions and investment funds.
Work Highlights
- Cleary Gottlieb represented Stripe Inc. in its Series I preferred stock fund-raising of $6.5 billion.
Strengths
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"They are top of the pack in terms of excellence and responsiveness."
"Not only can they handle complex and sophisticated matters, but they can do so in compressed timeframes while maintaining a high quality."
"They had a lot of experience handling complex transactions."
"They are top of the pack in terms of excellence and responsiveness."
"Not only can they handle complex and sophisticated matters, but they can do so in compressed timeframes while maintaining a high quality."
"They had a lot of experience handling complex transactions."
Notable Practitioners
Diana Wollman is a senior counsel who is experienced in transactional matters as well as controversy work. She is also adept at handling cross-border work.
James Peaslee is an experienced tax practitioner who is senior counsel at the firm. He regularly works with clients on structured finance matters.
"He is recognized as a thought leader."
Leslie Samuels is noted for his wide-ranging experience across the full spectrum of tax matters, both international and domestic.
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.
"Jason helps look around corners and think about nuanced issues with his years of experience."
William McRae focuses his practice on advising corporations on the tax aspects of transactional matters. His expertise covers deals such as acquisitions, fund formation and restructurings.
"He is always available, a pleasure to work with and has outstanding commercial and technical knowledge."
"He is a very user-friendly and responsive lawyer. He is very thoughtful and has great expertise."
Meyer Fedida is sought after by clients for his technical and practical skills in tax aspects of transactions. His practice sees him handle M&A and fund formations, among other tax matters.
"Meyer is a creative and thoughtful tax partner who breaks down complicated business issues into simple digestible steps. He understands the breakneck speed at which businesses must operate and deliver."
"He understands our issues and what is important to us. What sets him apart is his responsiveness and his expertise."
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