Arnold & Porter‘s tax team is best known for their work for tax-exempt organizations, particularly in the philanthropic sector. The team also represents many notable medical research institutions, highlighted by their work with Chan Zuckerberg Biohub. Co-head James Joseph , in Washington DC, is known for his work in tax-exempt organization formation and regularly works in structuring venture philanthropy transactions. Co-head Laurie Abramowitz, in New York, has deep knowledge in all tax aspects surrounding M&A transactions for clients ranging from multinational corporations to private clients and funds. She is also noted for her capability in restructuring and bankruptcy proceedings. In DC, Bridget Weiss is another key figure advising tax-exempt organizations throughout the entire lifecycle of their operations.
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Key clients
- 23andME Institute
- Danjaq
- Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
- Walton Family Foundation
- W.K. Kellogg Foundation
- Arc Institute
- Sergey Brin Family Foundation
- Natcast
- Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation (FESI)
- Water.org
- Gilbert Family Foundation
- Texas Medical Center
Work highlights
Represented TTAM Research Institute in its successful bid to purchase the assets of 23andMe in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy for US$302.5 million.
Advised Danjaq LLC in connection with the new joint venture and the transfer of the James Bond franchise, including all property, rights, and interests.
Representing the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub as primary outside counsel in structuring, negotiating and documenting the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub, a network of medical research consortia.
Practice head
James Joseph; Laurie Abramowitz
Other key lawyers
Bridget Weiss; Cara Koss