Steptoe LLP

Led by Beth Tractenberg , Steptoe LLP‘s Washington DC-based team has extensive experience across a range of issues, including tax policy, energy tax credits, as well as novel issues concerning blockchain and cryptocurrency taxation. The team also handles structuring matters for corporate clients. Phil West’s broad practice encompasses international tax issues including tax controversies and competent authority proceedings, as well as cross-border tax planning, tax treaties, foreign tax credits, and transfer pricing. Lisa Zarlenga  advises clients on federal income taxation issues, with a focus on tax policy issues with respect to tax legislation and Treasury guidance, as well as on corporate transactional and planning matters. Amanda Pedvin Varma regularly advises on the US tax consequences of cross-border investments, business restructurings, and supply chain issues, her practice also includes representing clients before the Internal Revenue Service in obtaining private letter rulings.