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With an international geographic reach, Winston & Strawn’s integrated tax practice addresses virtually all areas of tax law. Our group of 40 tax attorneys is well-versed in representing some of the largest public and privately-held corporations, exempt organizations, and large estates.
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Tax Controversy & Criminal Tax
Our Tax Controversy attorneys advise and represent clients in every aspect of federal and state tax investigations, as well as the criminal tax enforcement process. This includes the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) multi-jurisdictional examinations and administrative appeals, U.S. Competent Authority representations, post appeals mediation, and trial court and appellate litigation in every federal court hearing a tax matter.
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As core segments of the global economy continue to embrace sustainable and carbon-neutral energy resources as complementary and integral to fossil-based systems of energy production and consumption, we stand ready to guide our clients through the energy transition. Our team is at the forefront of the flourishing energy transition market, and we bring practical experience, perspective, and innovative thinking to the sector. By combining our more than 40 years of experience in renewable and conventional energy with an integrated service approach, we help clients to plan for, invest in, and thrive in today’s shifting environment. Not only does our team include experienced energy and corporate lawyers, but also practitioners with deep experience in tax credits and tax equity, project finance, infrastructure, and power and renewables to serve the varied needs of our client base.
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|February 10, 2025
US$600 million Total Play Telecomunicaciones S.A.P.I. de C.V. Offer to Exchange Senior Notes
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Webinar
|July 17, 2025
Newly Public Companies: How to Thrive After Ringing the Bell
Going public is a major milestone, but it is only the beginning. Newly public companies must quickly adapt to a dynamic environment defined by regulatory obligations, market scrutiny, and constant stakeholder expectations. Join us for a timely webinar as our panel of industry leaders explores how companies can successfully navigate life after the IPO.
In the Media
|July 3, 2025
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Mike Blankenship Discusses Increase in Refinancing Activity in Octus Americas Private Credit Review
Winston & Strawn partner Mike Blankenship was quoted in Octus’ Americas Private Credit Review discussing the increase in refinancing activity. The Federal Reserve’s recent announcement that interest rates will hold steady in the second quarter may have pushed sponsors to move forward with refinancing efforts after delayed in hopes of rate cuts. Additionally, sponsors executing rollup strategies have found that they have acquired platforms with smaller business units that are unrelated to the core business they want to hold in the long term. These dynamics are surfacing in how sponsors approach recapitalizations and exits.
In the Media
|July 2, 2025
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Jonathan Levine Joins Winston & Strawn in New York
Winston & Strawn recently announced the addition of Jonathan Levine to the firm’s New York office as a partner in the Transactions Department and a member of the Restructuring Practice. Jonathan counsels clients on a wide range of corporate matters, with a focus on complex corporate restructurings both in court and out of court. His clients include distressed companies, direct lenders, ad hoc groups, sponsors, asset managers, hedge funds and other strategic investors.
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Tax evasion is the failure to pay or the deliberate underpayment of federal income taxes. The U.S. income tax system is based on voluntary compliance, and it is the taxpayer’s responsibility to report all income and to pay all taxes due. Tax evasion is a known violation of a legal duty, and may result in monetary penalties, imprisonment, or both.
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A tax authority is a government body or agency responsible for collecting taxes, administering tax laws, and enforcing tax compliance. In the United States, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is the federal tax authority. Most states, territories, and local jurisdictions also have tax authorities to ensure compliance with applicable state and local laws and regulations. These tax authorities are generally responsible for collecting taxes, administering tax laws, and enforcing tax compliance in their respective jurisdictions.
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A tax controversy is a dispute between a taxpayer and a tax authority such as the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) concerning whether the taxpayer has properly reported and paid their tax liability, and otherwise complied with applicable tax law. A tax controversy may concern a disagreement regarding the correct amount of tax or the manner in which the IRS is attempting to collect tax, as well as whether penalties are appropriate. Tax controversies may be resolved administratively or in litigation.