Tax: Controversy
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Contact number
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Vinson & Elkins LLP fields a strong team noted for its expertise in domestic and cross-border tax law. The firm's controversy and litigation attorneys are experienced in a range of industries, including technology, financial services and energy.
Work Highlights
- Vinson & Elkins LLP represented S Crow Collateral Corp in connection with litigation against the United States, seeking punitive damages in connection with the unauthorized disclosure of confidential tax information.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We were very impressed by the advice from the team at V&E."
"They're very attentive and very knowledgeable."
"The team's responsiveness, knowledge and commercial approach is exceptional."
"We were very impressed by the advice from the team at V&E."
"They're very attentive and very knowledgeable."
"The team's responsiveness, knowledge and commercial approach is exceptional."
Notable Practitioners
George Matthew Gerachis heads the firm's tax group and is recognized for his experience in tax controversy litigation and related appeals.
"He is very personable and easy to work with."
"He was very strategic."
Kathleen Pakenham is noted for her representation of clients in a broad range of tax disputes, including all phases of litigation and related appellate proceedings.
"She is a master at her craft, with the experience to back it up."
"Kathy is a trusted adviser. She is able to provide guidance and direction on complex and complicated matters with the company's best interest in mind."
"Kathy is not only knowledgeable, but a pleasure to work with."
Adriana Wirtz is an up-and-coming tax controversy attorney based in Vinson & Elkins LLP's New York office. She represents her clients in a broad range of matters, including audit and litigation.
"Adriana is one of our trusted advisers. I always feel that she addresses our questions and concerns promptly and thoroughly. I am very impressed with her quick thinking and arguments."
"Adriana is a pleasure to work with. She is always professional and delivers results."
"She's extremely responsive and collaborative with strong tax controversy knowledge and experience."
Ranked Lawyers at
Vinson & Elkins LLP
USA - Nationwide