Tax Advice, Planning and Tax Litigation
Scope of Practice
The attorneys in our Tax Practice Group have extensive training and experience in tax ramifications surrounding personal and commercial transactions. Our experience includes negotiation of tax audits, consulting with CPAs, trials to the Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission, and trials to the U.S. Tax Court. We advise individuals and business on nearly every aspect of tax law.
- Tax Advice for Transactions, M&A, and Businesses
Our attorneys regularly provide sophisticated and creative tax advice to businesses and individuals in planning, structuring, negotiating, and implementing transactions to yield the most efficient federal and state tax consequences. Our practice includes guiding our clients through tax-free and taxable mergers and acquisitions. We have comprehensive knowledge of partnership taxation and the organization and ongoing operations of Subchapter S corporations.
- Tax Controversies and Litigation
We can help guide you through all phases of tax controversies involving the IRS and state taxing authorities. We have experience representing clients before the Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission and the U.S. Tax Court.
- Tax for Trusts and Estates
Our attorneys have in-depth knowledge of the state and federal laws governing estate planning and probate. We provide estate planning and tax advice related to charitable giving. We can guide you through the estate and income tax considerations of your estate plan and advise you on planning opportunities using trusts, charitable gifts, lifetime gifts, and family limited partnership and limited liability companies. In addition, we prepare fiduciary income tax returns for trusts and estates.
- Tax-Exempt Organizations
Our Tax Practice Group represents tax-exempt and charitable organizations. We represent organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3), as well as under other provision of the Internal Revenue Code. We have represented tax-exempt organizations in various transactions as well as in state and federal litigation.