John Lutz

Practice Areas

Partner John T. Lutz advises clients on the tax aspects of investment funds, structured finance, derivatives and structured products. He also counsels clients on matters related to insurance products, investment tax credits, conventional US and cross-border securities offerings, and corporate mergers and acquisitions. John represents a number of tax-exempt organizations in connection with their investment activities and incentive compensation arrangements.

John handles all aspects of tax-advantaged financings and investments for financial institutions, investment fund managers, high net worth individuals and investors. He represents banks and investment managers in connection with asset backed securities including collateralized loan obligations, structured notes and repackagings.

John is a recognized leader in the tax aspects of municipal derivatives and tax-exempt bond securitizations. He provides tax advice to derivative products dealers in the domestic and cross-border contexts, advising on US and international tax issues related to insurance products, equity swaps, repurchase agreements, structured notes and offshore structured finance vehicles.

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Professional Memberships

American College of Tax Counsel, fellow

New Jersey Economic Development Authority

New York State Bar Association, Tax Section, Executive Committee (2000 to 2004, 2008 to 2019)

Villanova University School of Law, Board of Consultors, 2019

American Bar Association

International Tax Institute, board member