Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
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Debevoise & Plimpton LLP fields a tax team which operates as an integrated part of the investment funds practice, advising on a broad range of complex tax structuring and planning mandates. The department is led by Richard Ward, who covers funds, finance, and transactional tax, and Matthew Saronson, a key contact for international tax issues. Saronson has particular expertise in relation to US tax issues. Cécile Beurrier is highlighted for her structuring and formation of private equity and debt funds, and, alongside Jennifer Wheater, has aptitude in the secondaries market. Paul Eastham advises on corporate and transactional tax matters.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The Debevoise tax team are remarkably fast, technically astute and demonstrate excellent work ethics.’
‘Richard Ward is nothing short of a tax genius: Exceedingly smart, remarkably fast, and he remembers everything.’
Key clients
- Clayton, Dubilier & Rice
- Park Square Capital
Work highlights
Representing CD&R in its bid for a controlling stake in Opella, the French-headquartered consumer healthcare company held by Sanofi. The bid values the company at c.$17 billion.


