State and Local Tax

Strasburger's tax attorneys have extensive experience in advising clients with regard to state and local taxes. We work with our clients to develop strategies to minimize state franchise and/or income taxes in various states, frequently accomplished through structuring alternatives and apportionment and allocation methodologies. Strasburger tax attorneys have also assisted clients in identifying and minimizing exposure to state sales and use tax and, in addition, have represented clients regarding applicability of occasional sale exemptions, resale exemptions and collection requirements.

As part of our services, Strasburger tax attorneys review merger, acquisition and divestiture transactions with respect to state and local tax consequences. We also represent clients in state tax audit situations to analyze identified issues, develop audit strategies, negotiate settlements and litigate claims. Strasburger attorneys are also involved in the promotion and drafting of tax legislation that is beneficial to our clients.

As we build relationships with our clients, we are often able to identify certain areas which could give rise to a significant state tax refund opportunity. With respect to certain claims, we may be willing to become involved in such cases by undertaking such projects on a contingent fee basis. Strasburger tax attorneys also have extensive experience in representing clients in negotiations for voluntary disclosure agreements, which usually involve negotiating for a reduced penalty and interest claim by a particular taxing authority.

SELECTED PROJECTS

• Represented Fortune 500 company with complex property tax disputes involving various appraisal districts and taxing units.
• Advised U.S. Big 3 automaker regarding property tax provisions of acquisition agreement.
• Advised national food products company regarding the state income and transfer tax consequences of proposed mergers.
• Represented several clients in negotiating voluntary disclosure agreements whereby the taxpayer is able to normalize its state tax compliance and reduce its exposure for periods of past non-compliance with state tax laws.
• Represented national direct sales company with negotiating voluntary sales tax collection agreements with many states.
• Advised many clients on how to reduce their state tax-related transaction costs for large purchases, such as airplanes.
• Represented many clients in seeking taxability determinations from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
• Represented many clients before the Texas Comptroller, administrative law judges, and state courts in cases involving disputed tax liabilities or refund claims.

STATE AND LOCAL TAX TEAM

James R. Browne

Daniel L. Butcher Team Leader

Farley P. Katz

Mike McClelland

  
     
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