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Provided by Vinson & Elkins LLP
Highly-regarded in Texas and beyond, our Texas-based tax attorneys advise public and private companies and private equity funds worldwide on the federal income tax implications of domestic and cross-border transactions including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, IPOs and other capital markets transactions, reorganizations, bankruptcies. Our team also maintains a robust tax controversy and litigation practice representing clients before the U.S. Tax Court, Federal Courts of Appeal, and in the Delaware Court of Chancery, and also advises on transfer pricing and the structuring of intercompany operations and transactions between affiliates.
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Chambers Review
Vinson & Elkins LLP is an outstanding practice popular among oil and gas companies for the full gamut of tax issues. Well equipped to handle federal and local tax issues affecting complex corporate transactions, as well as high-value controversies, extending to Tax Court litigation and appellate work. Held in high regard for its handling of MLP matters. Additional strength in the representation of private equity funds in connection with the tax aspects of fund formations and buyouts.
Work Highlights
- Vinson & Elkins advised Chevron Phillips Chemical Company on cross-border tax considerations arising from its joint venture agreement with QatarEnergy to develop an $8.5 billion integrated polymers facility in Orange, Texas.
Strengths
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"Vinson & Elkin's tax department is able to handle the most complex and sophisticated matters."
"The team is always available at all times of night and day to help their clients solve the most complex issues."
"Nothing seems to stump them! They are good at walking through the issues so anyone on the call can understand the tax regulatory issues."
"Vinson & Elkin's tax department is able to handle the most complex and sophisticated matters."
"The team is always available at all times of night and day to help their clients solve the most complex issues."
"Nothing seems to stump them! They are good at walking through the issues so anyone on the call can understand the tax regulatory issues."
Notable Practitioners
David Peck is singled out for his representation of clients in corporate tax matters.
"David really excels at explaining complex tax issues to deal teams and providing realistic solutions to those issues."
"I hold a strong conviction that he truly embodies expertise in his field. His profound understanding of tax matters coupled with his engaging demeanor consistently reassures me of the advantage of having him on our team."
"He is very good at explaining the issues of a tax question in laymen's terms and methodically walking through the caveats involved."
George Gerachis leads the firm's tax group and is highly experienced in defending clients in disputes with the IRS.
"He is the best tax dispute attorney I have worked with - he is able to explain complex issues and develop cogent arguments."
"I don't love talking to tax lawyers, but I can talk to George. He's very practical, understands the outcome I want to get to, and he knows how to speak tax to lay clients like me."
John Lynch is well regarded for his expertise in advising on the tax aspects of transactions. He is often called upon to assist with high-value complex matters, and is experienced in handling issues with cross-border elements.
"John is a pleasure to work with and provides outstanding service."
Ryan Carney is a tax practitioner with strong experience in transactional issues, including M&A.
"Ryan has extensive experience and great marketplace insights."
"He is highly knowledgeable in the industry space we are involved in."
Wendy Salinas advises on a broad range of financing transactions. She is particularly noted for her work on debt restructuring.
"She's a fantastic lawyer who is very tough to face."
"She is very knowledgeable on work involving financial products."
Todd Way advises on a wide variety of transactional matters, including mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures. He acts for clients from a broad array of industries, including the energy and technology sectors.
"Todd has the ability to take a complex issue and describe it in a way we can understand to make the best strategic decision."
"If I was doing a deal and was in a tax fight, I would want to have him on my side - enough said."
Jason McIntosh is an up-and-coming lawyer with experience in advising clients on joint ventures and SPAC transactions. He exhibits cross-border capabilities.
Lina Dimachkieh enjoys a burgeoning reputation among clients in the energy and finance sectors for her expertise in the tax implications of a broad range of matters.
"She can handle just about any issue and always in a timely and professional manner."
"Lina is great to work with and develops well thought-out solutions to complex issues."
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