In New York, the multifaceted tax practice at Clifford Chance is very active in the investment, real estate, and energy sectors, representing companies like Blackrock and Onex. Paul Seraganian forms the bedrock of the practice and works predominantly for sponsors in developing tax structures for acquisitions and joint ventures for domestic and international deals. Other key figures in the team include Phillip Wagman, who works on M&A deals and securitization transactions, Michael Seaton, a REIT specialist, and Avrohom Gelber, who has demonstrated a strong track record in cross-border financing and structuring. Todd Lowther is also a key name.
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- 'The team's global footprint is highly valuable.'
- 'The US tax team is very knowledgeable and provides practical and efficient advice.'
Key clients
- Nord Anglia Education
- Arçelik A.Ş.
- ICG Strategic Equity
- Onex
- Informa
- Capital Square Partners
- Spectris plc
- TotalCX
- Taconic Capital
- Martello Re
Work highlights
Advised Nord Anglia Education on the acquisition of two prestigious schools to its global network in the fourth quarter of 2023: The Avenues World Schools in New York and São Paulo.
Advised Arçelik A.Ş., one of the world's leading home appliances and consumer durables companies, on the successful completion of the formation of a joint venture between Arçelik's subsidiary, Beko B.V., and Whirlpool Corporation's subsidiary, Whirlpool EMEA Holdings LLC, resulting in the establishment of a standalone company, Beko Europe.
Advised ICG Strategic Equity as lead investor on the transfer of Multiversity from CVC Capital Partners VII to a CVC-managed continuation fund alongside CVC Capital Partners VIII.
Lawyers
Practice head
Paul Seraganian
Other key lawyers
Michael Seaton; Avrohom Gelber; Todd Lowther; Jason Myers