David Passey > Dechert LLP > New York, United States > Lawyer Profile

Dechert LLP
Three Bryant Park, 1095 Avenue of the Americas
NEW YORK, NY 10036-6797
NEW YORK
United States
David Passey photo

Work Department

Tax

Position

Partner

Career

David J. Passey is a partner in Dechert’s global tax group focusing his practice on the tax aspects of complex cross-border and domestic public and private transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, securities offerings and other tax planning matters.

Mr. Passey also has extensive experience providing tax advice in relation to fund formation, partnership transactions, real estate transactions, tax controversy, capital markets and structured products. In addition, he regularly advises clients on the formation and ongoing operation of REITs, real estate funds and other REIT transactions.

Education

  • Brigham Young University, B.A., 1996
  • Cornell Law School, J.D., 1999

Lawyer Rankings

United States > Tax > US taxes: non-contentious

Regarded for its involvement in the funds space, Dechert LLP underscores its reputation with instructions for leading global asset management firms and investment funds, as well as small and mid-sized complexes. Global tax chair Joshua Milgrim heads the practice, known for advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies on a broad range of corporate transactions, with a focus on the life sciences sector. Also sought out as lead counsel on various transactions are Elizabeth Guidi and David Passey. Philadelphia-based federal tax specialist Edward Lemanowicz handles international restructurings, while in Boston, Adrienne Baker focuses on partnership taxation, as well as private and regulated investment companies, including hedge funds and private equity funds. Among other key members are investment fund experts Joseph Riley and Ari Zak, whose combined expertise encompasses digital currencies and insurance. All named individuals are based in New York unless stated otherwise.