Attorneys in the GES practice assist clients in a wide range of domestic and international strategic tax planning related to equity compensation and benefit plans.  Baker & McKenzie is at the forefront in developing tax-structuring strategies that minimize tax liability and enhance shareholder value.  In addition to determining whether the benefits of the equity-based plans are deductible, we consider international tax planning issues, non-U.S. qualified plan arrangements, social security minimization, transfer pricing, foreign tax credit issues and cost sharing arrangements.  We coordinate our efforts with internal tax and financial departments to provide advice tailored to the specific needs of each client. 

 

In addition, GES attorneys can anticipate and minimize adverse accounting effects.  We will assess a client’s overall business plan in relation to its tax position and its equity compensation and other benefit plans to ensure a consistent and defensible approach that reduces worldwide tax burdens and achieves its strategic objectives.