Tax
USA Guide 2024 : Florida
Band 2
Contact number
+1 800 615 1980About
Provided by Gunster
Our attorneys advise on structuring complex transactions that focus
on tax efficiencies for businesses, exempt entities and individuals.
We advise on international, federal and Florida tax law. We counsel
our clients on compliance and planning regarding the formation of
business entities; special purpose entities, nonprofits and joint
ventures; and in structuring executive compensation and employee
benefit plans.
Chambers Review
Gunster fields a broad bench of experienced tax practitioners, well versed in a wide range of tax and private wealth issues, with specific strengths in controversy, transactional and tax planning work. Attracts a broad client base that includes startups, investment funds, family businesses and entrepreneurs. The firm also demonstrates expertise in ERISA, labor law and employment law. Offers a deep statewide bench, with 13 office locations in Florida.
Work Highlights
- Gunster advised MSH on the tax aspects of its reorganization, which involved the separation of two aspects of the business.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It is an outstanding and knowledgeable law firm."
"The lawyers are responsive and smart."
"The lawyers are very knowledgeable in the areas in which they specialize, and if they need to bring in other parties, their egos don't get in the way - they get us the right people."
"From partners through to associates, we receive excellent legal advice and timely work products."
"The team has excellent expertise in US tax laws and demonstrates a good grasp of complex tax issues."
"It is an outstanding and knowledgeable law firm."
"The lawyers are responsive and smart."
"The lawyers are very knowledgeable in the areas in which they specialize, and if they need to bring in other parties, their egos don't get in the way - they get us the right people."
"From partners through to associates, we receive excellent legal advice and timely work products."
"The team has excellent expertise in US tax laws and demonstrates a good grasp of complex tax issues."
Notable Practitioners
Leslie Barnett comes recommended for the depth of his tax expertise, which includes advising on succession planning and corporate transactions. He acts for both companies and individual clients.
Martin Press has a strong reputation for both his transactional and contentious work. He advises a broad client base on corporate and estate planning matters, including cross-border and offshore mandates.
Adi Rappoport acts on tax planning concerns and disputes for high net worth individuals and major corporates. He has expertise in cross-border matters.
"He's very aware of the issues that can arise and impact on a transaction."
"He's very up to date in any changes in tax law or estate planing law. He has a very strategic, thoughtful and careful way of looking at issues and giving us several options."
"Adi Rappoport always provides sound advice, and creative and practical solutions to complex issues."
"He understands the client's needs and expectations."
"Adi Rappoport is an outstanding professional who is extremely experienced and well connected."
Alan Lederman has notable expertise in dealing with cross-border tax planning concerns, as well as advising on controversies.
"He is a super smart lawyer."
"He's like an encyclopedia."
Ranked Lawyers at
Gunster
Florida