Chambers Review
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Tax: Corporate & Finance - USA
What the Team is Known For
McDermott Will & Emery LLP boasts a longstanding corporate tax practice that stands out for the breadth of its transactional experience. Works with an enviable client base that includes financial institutions as well as industrial and consumer goods manufacturers. Particularly adept at handling energy tax matters. Well known for particular expertise in transfer pricing matters. Robust capabilities in handling state and local tax issues.
Strengths
"McDermott's tax bench is very deep and varied. You feel like you are the focus even when they have other clients."
Work Highlights
McDermott Will & Emery LLP advised Bank of America on the tax aspects of its purchase and sale of Puerto Rican debt securities.
Notable practitioners
Washington, DC-based Tim Shuman is a key contact.
Lowell Yoder is a preeminent corporate tax attorney with a wealth of knowledge in international tax planning and restructuring. His leading practice also includes IRS proceedings.