Withers Bergman LLP‘s practice works within the international framework of the firm to provide clients comprehensive international support, with particular strength in US-UK matters. The group demonstrates particular strengths advising high-net-worth individuals alongside its work for a range of charitable organizations. Team lead Alana Petraske is based in New York and has a penchant for representing clients in international matters. Elizabeth Bawden works from Los Angeles and is a specialist in private client tax and wealth management, while Steven Chidester of San Diego covers executive compensation matters on behalf of tax-exempt organizations. Helen Cheng, also in San Diego, takes a prominent role within the team, working with philanthropists to advise on their charitable endeavors both within the US and internationally.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alana Petraske

Other key lawyers

Helen Cheng, Elizabeth Bawden, Michael Brophy, Steven Chidester