Client Collaborations
All Representative Cases
Drafted an amicus curiae brief on behalf of a non-profit tribal organization in Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians v. Riverside County.
Advised alternative energy client with respect to the use of state and federal tax incentives related to the development of an alternative energy project. Issues included ownership structure, conversion of incentives to equity, related tax concerns, and application for incentives.
Assisted client with development of multimillion-dollar project funded in part with New Markets Tax Credits.
Advise clients on the tax-efficient structuring of business transactions and succession planning.
Defend companies facing tax audits and achieve material reduction in proposed taxes, interest, and penalties.
Draft tax opinions analyzing various federal and state tax issues.
Advise supplier of compostable tableware and containers on all aspects of intellectual property protection and enforcement, including worldwide trademark portfolio, international distribution agreements, and risk evaluation related to intellectual property.
Prevailed on motion for summary judgment filed before discovery was commenced on contract and tort claims brought by a former graduate student against a private university.
Successfully resolved claims against school district related to negligence and Title IX before case was filed.