Paul Hastings LLP

Paul Hastings LLP‘s seamlessly integrated transactional tax team is known for its prominence in private credit, M&A, capital markets and real estate. The team notably is industry-lauded for its expertise in handling collaterized loan obligations and warehouse credit facility transactions. Global co-chair Joseph Opich in New York stands out for his work across structured finance and credit transactions, and regularly works with leading REITs and investment funds across formation and structuring considerations. In Los Angeles, Michael Haun handles partnership tax issues and features prominently for insurance companies and in energy tax credits matters. Ziemowit Smulkowski in Chicago specialises in transactions for private equity sponsors and financial institutions. Gary Silver, in New York, and Daniel Nicholas, in Washington DC, are known for their work in chapter 11 bankruptcy and out-of-court restructurings, as well as funds and capital markets matters. Alex Farr in Dallas handles transactions across real estate, energy, and the healthcare sectors.