Alston & Bird has expanded its federal and international tax capabilities with the addition of Scott Harty as partner in the firm’s Atlanta office.
“Our tax practice has experienced vibrant growth in recent years, and Scott’s addition to the team is an important continuation of that trajectory,” said Sam Kaywood, Alston & Bird partner and co-chair of the Federal Income & International Tax Group. “With tax authorities the world over seeking to increase tax revenue to bridge budget deficits, Scott’s extensive experience and know-how further deepen our bench capacity to advise multinationals who are facing increasing challenges and uncertainties in the areas of tax planning and dispute resolution.”
Harty’s practice focuses on complex domestic and cross-border commercial transactions, including taxable and tax-free mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. He has substantial experience advising corporate and private clients on all facets of U.S. inbound and outbound investments, including private equity investments, treaty planning, Subpart F and withholding tax issues arising under the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) and the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA).
“Given the complexity and cross-border nature of today’s global economy, Scott’s outstanding track record of creating innovative solutions to sophisticated international tax issues will enhance our ability to serve our clients,” said Edward Tanenbaum, co-chair of the Federal Income & International Tax Group. “He brings remarkable insight to the legal and business intricacies of tax planning and disputes and will be a tremendous resource for clients as they look to achieve their business goals without tax friction.”
Harty also represents clients in domestic and international tax controversy matters, including Internal Revenue Service administrative audits and appeals, as well as negotiation and settlement of taxes and civil penalties. He handles tax audits for public and private companies, income and gift tax audits for individuals and cases with significant offshore trust and foreign corporate tax issues. He will also collaborate with the firm’s private client practice on similar matters, including the tax implications of cross-border wealth transfer planning, advising families on their business and private equity investments and handling IRS controversies.
“Scott’s addition gives us even more firepower to meet the demand for sophisticated tax planning by our multinational clients both locally and on a global scale,” said Janine Brown, partner in charge of Alston & Bird’s Atlanta office. “He will have an important role to play in a market where uncertainty about forthcoming tax reform will drive demand for thoughtful and creative tax counseling.”
A frequent speaker on domestic and international tax issues, Harty joins from the Atlanta office of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP, where he was a partner and head of the Tax Practice.
Source: www.alston.com
