Tax
Our tax attorneys are leaders in providing unparalleled service and innovative solutions to our clients. As some of the pre-eminent tax lawyers in the state, members of our Tax Group are skilled in handling State tax matters at the most complex level. From tax planning to tax controversy and litigation, we cover the tax waterfront.
Our Tax Group has been a go-to national practice for decades. In fact, one of our founding partners, John Paul Jackson, was a nationally regarded authority on tax law whose work helped shape tax legislation in the mid-20th century. Today, our tax attorneys continue that tradition of excellence. Members of the tax group have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for Tax Law, hold advanced degrees including the L.L.M in Taxation, are licensed Certified Public Accountants, and have held positions with leading tax organizations throughout the country.
Our clients range from multi-billion dollar corporations to complex family-held entities to private equity and hedge funds. We work in partnership with our clients to achieve their business goals by developing innovative strategies to maximize tax benefits while minimizing potential risks and by providing exceptional representation in tax controversies and litigation. We believe it is impossible to deliver high-caliber tax representation without a deep understanding of all facets of the client’s business. Consequently, we engage attorneys from a variety of practice areas, including corporate, employment, litigation, bankruptcy, and real estate law, to drive client success.
With comprehensive knowledge of Transactional Tax issues, our attorneys guide corporate clients through every stage of development, from initial formation through mergers, acquisitions, spinoffs, transfers, and expansion into new markets. Our attorneys have extensive experience in the complicated and rapidly changing laws surrounding Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation. In addition to this experience, members of our Investment Funds group are skilled in providing tax advice to fund investors.
Some of Texas’ most influential families trust us to provide comprehensive estate and tax planning through our Wealth Planning unit and Family Office Group. Our attorneys serve as primary advisers for many privately held and family-owned businesses, and we represent some of the largest private foundations, associations, and healthcare and educational institutions in Texas.
We have been a leader in Energy Law since the 1800s. Another of our founding partners, A.W. Walker, Jr., developed many of the fundamental concepts of modern oil and gas law. We remain on the cutting edge of tax planning for the energy industry, helping clients maintain a competitive advantage in a rapidly changing field. Our tax attorneys have also successfully contested, litigated, and favorably settled numerous complex tax cases for energy companies, other corporations and individuals.
When it comes to Tax Controversy and Litigation, we combine top-notch tax expertise with one of the most formidable trial groups in the Southwest. Our State & Local tax group includes some of the leading experts on state tax planning and disputes. Our federal tax attorneys are equally skilled in federal tax controversy and have successfully defended corporations and individuals facing IRS audits and tax disputes nationwide. Furthermore, our Litigation practice is among the largest in the Southwest, with trial experience across multiple industry sectors and in nearly all 50 states.
At Jackson Walker, we provide trusted counsel to some of the most affluent and influential families in Texas. We know the legal considerations that come with significant family wealth are diverse and complicated. That’s why we build a relationship with each client, tailoring our services to your unique needs. Of course, every successful relationship is built on trust, and you can depend on us to provide straightforward advice about how to achieve your goals, protect your family’s interests and provide for those you care about, both now and for generations to come.
September 19, 2023
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates Its “Texas Super Lawyers” of 2023
Each year, less than 5% of attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.
August 17, 2023
Attorney News
‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Honors 287 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2024 Edition, Including 12 “Lawyers of the Year” and 80 “Ones to Watch”
The Best Lawyers in America has recognized 287 Jackson Walker attorneys across 5 offices and 82 specialty practice areas in its 2024 edition, including 12 Lawyers of the Year and 80 Ones to Watch. In this year’s guide, Jackson Walker saw the largest number of attorneys in the areas of Commercial Litigation (66 attorneys) and Real Estate Law (60 attorneys) and the addition of 35 attorneys as Best Lawyers.
August 10, 2023
Speaking Engagements
Jessica Palvino Speaks on Employee and Independent Contractor Classification Issue at Texas Bar CLE Conference
Jackson Walker senior counsel Jessica B. Palvino is scheduled to present during the Tax Law 2023: Tax Law in the Digital Age Conference, providing insights on tax and benefits issues that arise in connection with employee and independent contractor classification.
August 10, 2023
Insights
What the IRS is Saying Lately about the Employee Retention Tax Credit
By Aaron P. Pinegar and Ashley P. Withers
The employee retention tax credit (“ERTC”) has garnered a lot of “buzz” lately – both from the IRS and businesses who have either received the credit or are seeking the credit. The buzz is well deserved, as the IRS has recently published several items of new guidance revealing what businesses should expect when claiming the ERTC.
July 17, 2023
Attorney News
‘Austin Monthly’ Lists 12 Jackson Walker Attorneys Among “Austin’s Top Attorneys” of 2023
Jackson Walker congratulates the 12 attorneys recognized among Austin Monthly’s list of “Austin’s Top Attorneys” for 2023. For recognition in the list, Austin attorneys must be nominated by their peers on the basis that they offer experienced counsel in one of 39 categories.
June 20, 2023
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Welcomes Public Finance Group With More Than $200 Billion in Experience
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the arrival of a new Public Finance practice group based in our Houston office. With more than 140 years of collective experience, the group has represented clients in more than $200 billion of public finance transactions.
May 16, 2023
Attorney News
The 87th Annual Deep Sea Roundup to Bring More than 800 Anglers to the Texas Gulf Coast, June 29-July 2
The Deep Sea Roundup, one of the oldest and largest fishing competitions in Texas, will welcome more than 800 anglers to the Gulf Coast from June 29 to July 2, building on a more than 30-year track record of supporting scholarships for the children of Port Aransas.
April 25, 2023
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Congratulates 24 Attorneys Named Among 2023 “Best Lawyers in Dallas” List
Jackson Walker congratulates the 24 attorneys recognized among D Magazine’s list of the “Best Lawyers in Dallas” for 2023. For recognition in the list, Dallas attorneys must be nominated by their peers on the basis that they offer unmatched counsel in one of 40 categories.
April 19, 2023
Attorney News
Jackson Walker Expands Tax Group With Addition of Aaron Pinegar
Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the addition of Aaron Pinegar as a partner in the Dallas Tax practice. Joining from a Baltimore-based law firm, Aaron concentrates his practice on U.S. federal income tax matters for a wide range of business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, tax-free reorganizations, spin-offs, financings, restructurings, and tax incentive transactions.
