Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland takes a leading role in various major civil, criminal, and administrative tax disputes, with experience representing clients in high-stakes matters both domestically and internationally. Team lead Robert Chase is based in Washington DC and advises on audits and appeals in addition to maintaining a strong non-contentious tax practice. Alongside Chase in DC are Jeffrey Friedman, who is noted for his SALT expertise, and Caroline Setliffe, who has significant experience handling international tax matters, including treaty considerations and transfer pricing issues. The DC offering saw significant growth over the course of 2023 with the additions of Dwight Mersereau, David Blair, and David Fischer, all of whom joined the firm from Crowell & Moring LLP early in the year. The Atlanta office includes Eric Tresh, who plays a key role in SALT disputes for some of the firm’s major clients, and Maria Todorova, whose practice includes audits, restructurings, and the negotiation of settlements with tax authorities. Sacramento-based Timothy Gustafson heads the California offering, and has diverse sector expertise. Federal tax expert Sarah Paul and SALT specialist Ted Friedman are core team members in New York. Counsel Alla Raykin, who is based in Atlanta, is a key name.