NEW YORK CITY-Carl Riley has joined the international law firm of Greenberg Traurig a shareholder in its real estate investment trusts and tax practices in New York. Prior to joining Greenberg Traurig, Riley practiced at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.
Riley regularly advises clients on an array of complex tax matters, with particular emphasis on transactions involving REITs. At Greenberg Traurig, Riley will be representing public REIT clients in connection with their transactions and ongoing SEC compliance, as well as handling tax aspects of securities offerings and other transactions involving private REITs, investment funds and joint ventures.
“Carl is a strong asset for our active practice,” says Judith Fryer, co-chair of Greenberg Traurig's REIT practice. “Throughout his more than 20 years providing expert counsel, he consistently demonstrates top-notch service for clients. We welcome him to the firm.”
“Our team of attorneys regularly advises clients on some of the most dynamic and complex real estate matters in the country,” adds Robert J. Ivanhoe, chair of Greenberg Traurig's global real estate practice, co-chair of the firm's REIT Practice and co-chairman of the New York office. “Carl's vast knowledge in the field is a fine addition to the practice and enables us to better serve our clients.”
In the field of REIT tax law, Riley has extensive experience representing companies in connection with their formation, initial public offerings and other securities issuances, and with acquisitions and other transactions.
“Carl's background in a wide-range of tax-related matters enables him to provide proactive strategic advice for our clients,” says Barbara Kaplan, chair of Greenberg Traurig's New York tax practice.
In addition to his work with REITs, Riley has also counseled clients regarding other pass-through entities and structures including regulated investment companies and partnerships. He also has represented clients in connection with cross-border transactions, especially with respect to the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act and in matters involving tax treaties, as well as in tax rulings and administrative practice before taxing authorities.
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