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Described by Chambers as “one of the preeminent tax practices in the world,” the Debevoise Tax Group was also noted for its “enviably strong bench” and “stunning” work – so much so that it was awarded the 2014 “Chambers USA Award for Excellence” in Tax. It is no wonder that clients entrust their most challenging and important tax matters to Debevoise.

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Final Regulations Clarify State of Play for Life Insurance Tax Reserve Deductions
Bloomberg Law - Tax: A Review and Analysis of the Proposed Regulations on Section 1061 Carried Interest
Final Regulations Narrow Limits on Interest Deductions but Retain Partnership and International Rules

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Multi-jurisdictional team, particularly renowned for its stellar tax work within the private equity and capital markets spheres. Further noted for its expertise in providing tax-efficient structures regarding fund formation in the private equity and investment space.

Outstanding, accessible, experienced, responsive, well managed and approachable.

—Chambers Global, 2020

Sources praise “the depth of their technical experience,” and appreciate the team’s “attention to detail, risk-based assessment and calm in pressurized situations.”

—Chambers USA, 2020

They are able to distill issues down so we can action them. They are practical, provide articulate advice, are user-friendly and able to anticipate our needs.

[The service] is ‘seamless and well coordinated. They do an excellent job.’

—Chambers USA, 2019

Debevoise's attorneys have a good understanding of our issues, concerns, relationships and how we like to work. They get what is important and they're very proactive; it's a wonderful relationship.

—Chambers USA, 2018

Ranked a top-tier firm for International Tax and US Taxes: Non-Contentious by The Legal 500 US (2020).

Consistently delivers a high level of service.

—The Legal 500 US, 2019

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Described by Chambers as “one of the preeminent tax practices in the world,” the Debevoise Tax Group was also noted for its “enviably strong bench” and “stunning” work – so much so that it was awarded the 2014 “Chambers USA Award for Excellence” in Tax. It is no wonder that clients entrust their most challenging and important tax matters to Debevoise. The 40-plus lawyer Tax Group is based in New York, London and Paris. It handles matters in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Latin America and Africa. Fluent in domestic and international issues alike, and well-connected with a network of local practitioners, the Group excels at cross-border transactions and multijurisdictional tax planning.

The team has worked regularly in a broad range of industries, including private equity, insurance, banking, airlines, technology, media, and health care and pharmaceuticals, and has devised innovative structures, managed and contained major risks and helped myriad clients meet and exceed their business objectives. Debevoise tax partners are dedicated, commercial, numerate and practical. They are leaders in the bar and respected in the industry – seven are ranked in Chambers USA, Chambers Global and Chambers Europe.

The Debevoise Tax Group works seamlessly with the firm’s corporate practices – tailoring structures, negotiations and documentation to the client’s tax, business and commercial goals.