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Chambers Review

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Tax - Illinois
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Sidley Austin LLP is an international firm with a strong regional presence, offering impressive transactional capabilities across a range of financial and corporate tax matters. It has an experienced tax controversy practice that draws on strength in state and federal disputes. It is also noted for its niche expertise in insurance-related work. The firm includes a number of Fortune 100 companies in its expansive client roster.

Work Highlights

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  • Sidley Austin represented Lincoln Financial in a reinsurance transaction with Fortitude for a value of $28 billion.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Suresh Advani
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Suresh Advani
1
Band 1

Suresh Advani has a strong track record in advising on complex transactional tax matters, including those involving distressed assets. His clients include companies in the pharmaceuticals, insurance and manufacturing sectors.

"Suresh is an excellent lawyer with a strong intellect."

"He is a technical expert who is very strong on transactions. Suresh is a great business partner who's accountable and responsive."

Scott J Heyman
3
Scott J Heyman
3
Band 3

Scott Heyman is particularly active in relation to tax controversy matters. He regularly handles audits and disputes for a range of clients, including telecommunications and utility companies.

Peter Edgerton
4
Peter Edgerton
4
Band 4

Peter Edgerton is held in high regard for his ability to provide counsel on tax issues arising from high-profile M&A and reinsurance matters. He frequently assists clients with cross-border transactions.

"Peter is my go-to adviser. He is a dedicated lawyer, with a good sense of when things are good to keep running with and when we need to raise up the red flags. He works really well with our commercial teams."

Richard Silverman
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Richard Silverman
4
Band 4

Richard Silverman demonstrates strength across a range of state and federal tax issues related to acquisitions, transactions, and securitization matters.

"Richard is thoughtful, and good at explaining complicated things. He doesn't get lost in jargon and is very good at breaking it down and making things clear."

Tracy D Williams
4
Tracy D Williams
4
Band 4

Tracy Williams is routinely called on to handle both contentious and transactional tax matters relating to the insurance industry.

"Tracy is someone I will call because she can help with the most complicated things."

Ranked Lawyers at
Sidley Austin LLP

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Illinois

Tax

Suresh Advani
1
Suresh Advani
1
Band 1
Peter Edgerton
4
Peter Edgerton
4
Band 4
Richard Silverman
4
Richard Silverman
4
Band 4
Tracy D Williams
4
Tracy D Williams
4
Band 4
Tax: Controversy

Scott J Heyman
3
Scott J Heyman
3
Band 3