Tax: Controversy | USA

Baker McKenzie is a leading firm with notable national and international strength. Renowned for its sophisticated controversy work across a range of matters, including transfer pricing and audits. Offers a number of partners with significant government experience, including alumni of the IRS and DOJ. Acts for household names such as technology, aerospace and hospitality clients. Equally capable of representing both multinational corporations and individuals.

Latham & Watkins LLP offers an extensive tax controversy practice which is regularly retained to handle major US Tax Court disputes. Also noted for its experience in high-value claims brought before state and federal appeal courts. Additional focus on multi-jurisdictional fraud investigations. An impressive geographical footprint ensures the team is active in all major US markets, with recent successes on behalf of clients in the technology, media and financial services sectors, among others. Able to draw on expertise from strong benefits, white-collar and appellate practices to support on multidisciplinary matters.

Mayer Brown LLP offers a highly accomplished practice with enviable experience in litigating high-stakes controversies before the US Tax Court. Further noted for its strength in international work such as transfer pricing disputes, and offers recognized strength in administrative appeals. Supported by tax offerings in its offices in Europe, South America and Asia. Includes large technology companies and consumer goods manufacturers on its impressive client roster. Also offers excellent state and local tax capabilities.

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP possesses market-leading strength across an impressive range of tax disputes, both in and out of the US Tax Court. Houses a deep bench of experts with a wealth of government experience. Attracts a raft of blue-chip corporations, including major retailers and insurers. Expertise extends to both trial and appellate cases, with frequent appearances in multi-jurisdictional disputes. Has enviable experience defending large tax-related class actions.

Caplin & Drysdale is a well-regarded tax boutique with an impressive bench fielding expertise across both civil and criminal proceedings. Experienced in handling audits, voluntary disclosures and criminal inquiries. Regularly acts for clients including leading financial institutions in cross-border disputes such as transfer pricing cases. Strong profile for its representation of US clients with offshore bank accounts. Offers notable experience in the US, Brazilian, Australian and European markets.

Chamberlain Hrdlicka fields a respected practice, recognized for its notable state and federal tax litigation practice, which includes criminal proceedings, IRS audits and civil fraud. Regularly acts before federal appellate courts and the US Supreme Court. Expertise covers transfer pricing disputes. Acts for clients such as high net worth individuals, manufacturers and healthcare companies. Houses a number of former IRS and DOJ attorneys.

Kostelanetz LLP maintains its reputation as an expert tax boutique with significant strength in criminal proceedings. Also noted for its experience in civil fraud matters. Supports a variety of clients including high net worth individuals and major corporates.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP wins broad praise from market observers for its recent performance in the tax controversy space. Offers strength in high-stakes matters at both administrative and judicial court level, including notable expertise in transfer pricing and tax credit disputes. Also offers noted strength in partnership litigation matters. Especially well versed in risk assessment in the tax planning process and economic substance litigation. An impressive client roster includes multinational energy and medical device companies and tax-exempt organizations.

Eversheds Sutherland LLP offers a longstanding tax litigation practice that houses an experienced bench of former IRS attorneys. Particularly adept at insurer representation and state and local tax disputes. Frequently appears before state, federal and administrative courts across the country on high-value controversies. Regularly advises large multinational corporations including Fortune 100 companies. Sector expertise covers e-commerce, technology and telecommunications.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP has a well-regarded group of tax litigators who advise a broad range of clients in domestic and cross-border tax disputes. The team regularly works on IRS audits and transfer pricing issues, among other matters.

McDermott Will & Emery LLP is a strong presence in high-value tax disputes across the USA, fielding particular expertise in transfer pricing litigation and SALT work. Acts on behalf of major multinationals such as medical device manufacturers, oil and gas companies and financial institutions. Ably advises on base erosion and profit-sharing matters, as well as issues concerning the treatment of foreign earnings.

Miller & Chevalier is highlighted for its comprehensive civil and criminal tax practice. Advises corporate entities and individual clients on investigations and enforcement proceedings involving matters such as cross-border tax compliance. Offers an outstanding track record in litigation before the US Tax Court and is also noted for its handling of appeals. Diverse industry expertise spans the energy, financial services, insurance and technology sectors, among others.

DLA Piper LLP possesses notable civil and criminal tax expertise with impressive international capabilities. Advises clients on a full range of tax controversy matters spanning audits, appeals and litigation. Offers additional experience in SALT controversy matters. Diverse client roster includes the charity, financial services and food producer sectors, as well as high net worth individuals.

Steptoe LLP houses a strong tax litigation practice that offers experience in handling high-value claims before state and federal judicial and administrative courts. Sector-specific experience pertaining to the energy, insurance, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, among others. Also noted for its international expertise.

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.

Baker Botts L.L.P. offers a respected tax practice with significant experience acting for clients in a wide range of tax controversy litigation. Frequently represents clients from the technology, financial services and energy sectors. Noted for its SALT practice as well as its strength in estate tax disputes.

BakerHostetler LLP is a significant national firm with experience acting across a full range of controversy matters, including audits, tax credit disputes and regulatory compliance. Notable strength in both domestic and cross-border tax litigation. Offers further expertise acting in the US Tax Court as well as handling proceedings in federal appellate courts and the US Supreme Court.

Covington & Burling LLP is a recognized tax controversy practice with a strong track record acting for individuals and corporations in high-profile disputes. Represents clients in IRS audits and appeals, as well as in the courts. Client base includes a number of household names from a wide range of industries, including technology and sport.

Crowell & Moring LLP has a respected tax controversy practice that represents clients before the IRS and state tax courts. The team advises clients on a wide range of controversy work, transfer pricing issues and appeals.

Fenwick is a respected West Coast firm with notable skill in domestic and international tax controversy. Brings broad experience in transfer pricing and tax planning-related issues. Further knowledge in corporate and finance disputes as well as state and local tax matters.

Holland & Knight LLP offers a well thought-of team with international and domestic tax expertise. Sought after by high-profile clients for matters including refunds, exclusions and tax credits.

Jones Day boasts a strong team with significant experience representing clients in high-stakes tax litigation. Acts for a variety of clients, including high net worth individuals and large multinational corporations across a range of sectors. Also noted for its capabilities in criminal tax issues and is able to draw on the firm's white-collar defense practice for further support.

Kirkland & Ellis' tax controversy team advise their clients across a variety of issues, from IRS audits to litigation. It has experience before both the state and federal court, representing a range of clients, such as private equity and retail firms.

White & Case LLP is notably active in cross-border tax litigation, regularly appearing in transfer pricing disputes on behalf of clients such as financial institutions, investment companies and manufacturers. Strong civil controversy practice complemented by white-collar criminal defense expertise. Extensive experience on international tax disputes, drawing on the firm's impressive global network of offices.