Restructuring & Special Situations Tax
Akin’s tax practice is the gold standard in addressing tax issues related to restructuring, special situations and private credit, representing a broad range of debtors, investors, creditors’ committees and other stakeholders.
Our team of experienced professionals is devoted to guiding clients through the complexities of tax laws and regulations, providing bespoke, innovative solutions that empower them to overcome challenges and thrive in their respective industries. We have a proven track record of success in structuring transactions that accommodate the unique environment of stressed, distressed and ‘off the run’ investing, often involving credit. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of service and support in navigating these challenges.
Our wide range of services covers various tax matters, including:
- Tax Planning for Restructuring Transactions: We assist clients in identifying and evaluating potential tax benefits and risks and structuring transactions to maximize the utilization of tax attributes and cash efficiency, including Section 382 and other net operating loss (NOL) preservation structures.
- Tax Issues in Bankruptcy: We represent clients in the complex, multidisciplinary world of taxation in the context of bankruptcy restructuring, including the preservation and maximization of asset value for all stakeholders.
- Tax Advice for Special Situations and Private Credit Transactions: We work as an integrated part of our special situations and private credit practice to deliver tailored tax advice on market-leading transactions, identifying and evaluating potential tax strategies, structures and efficiencies.
- Tax Structuring of Cross-Border Transactions: Because of the breadth of our experience, we are exceptionally well positioned to handle complex cross-border tax aspects of restructurings and bankruptcies, addressing U.S., U.K. and other non-U.S. tax aspects as well as systematically collaborating with a broad network of local counsel on a daily basis.
