Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Primarily based in New York, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP  handles a range of tax matters across M&A, banking, capital markets, real estate investments, and private funds. The team boasts an impressive list of both US and non-US clientele, leveraging its global team to offer the full spectrum of cross-border tax planning and deal matters. The team is particularly known for its funds practice with a stellar list of private equity clients. Practice co-head Marcy Geller advises clients in tax matters ranging from fund formation, M&A, REITs, and restructuring. Practice co-head Nancy Mehlman notably advises on high-profile M&A transactions and tax-free spin-offs, as well as partnerships and joint ventures. Other key names include Jonathan Goldstein, who handles financial institutions, fund formation, and renewables transactions. Andrew Purcell, who advises on private equity transactions and acquisitions. Russell Light, who has expertise in SPACs, REITs, and BDCs, and Sophie Staples, who does tax aspects of investments, acquisitions, and divestitures. All lawyers mentioned are based in New York.