Ropes & Gray LLP

The non-contentious tax group at Ropes & Gray LLP advises multinational companies, private equity firms, and tax-exempt organizations on tax matters relating to fund formation, real estate, and banking and finance, as well as advising on M&A, restructurings, spin-offs, and joint ventures. The firm also has a strong presence in the pharma industry. Key figures include practice lead Elaine Murphy, advising on cross-border M&A and financing arrangements, international tax compliance matters, and fund formations. David Saltzman has expertise in cross-border capital markets transactions and investments in real estate. Amanda Holt specializes in transactional matters and real estate taxation issues. Kendi Ozmon advises tax-exempt organizations such as universities and healthcare organizations, and Pamela Glazier advises private equity firms on transactions across a variety of industries. Among various promotions to partners, Christopher Roman has joined the firm from Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP, while Lee Allison has departed the firm. All lawyers mentioned are based in Boston.