Global law firm Squire Patton Boggs is pleased to announce that partner John Woodruff has joined the firm’s Tax Practice. He was previously a shareholder at Polsinelli.
“John is a terrific addition to our firm and complements the diverse range of services we provide across our global tax practice,” said Tax Strategy & Benefits Practice leader Mitch Thompson. “John’s arrival helps us meet growing client demands across our transactional practices and adds important expertise for our growing energy, oil & gas work.”
Mr. Woodruff focuses his practice on corporate tax, energy/oil issues, international tax, transfer pricing, and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings. Drawing on his many years of experience in private practice and in Big Four accounting firms, he represents multi-national clients operating in a broad range of industries, both strategic and financial. He has particular experience in the areas of energy, fin-tech, real estate, food and beverage, manufacturing and services. Mr. Woodruff also regularly works with private equity funds, hedge fund and venture capital funds across a broad spectrum of industries.
Houston managing partner Greg Wehrer commented, “John’s internationally oriented practice and expertise supporting clients in sectors that dovetail with our clients in Texas and around the globe makes him a great fit. We are delighted to welcome him to the team.”
“Squire Patton Boggs has an outstanding global reputation, offices spanning over 20 countries and a top-flight international tax practice, all of which made the firm a very compelling destination,” said Mr. Woodruff. “I am looking forward to working with my new colleagues across the network and to reconnecting with former colleagues who are now with the firm.”
Mr. Woodruff is active in or has had leadership positions in several professional organizations, including ABA – Tax Section, State Bar of Texas – International Tax Section, Houston Bar Association – Tax Section, Houston International Tax Forum, Houston Tax Roundtable, Houston Global Tax Symposium, and the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston. He is a frequent speaker on technical tax topics.
