Legal Titan Julie Marion Joins Sheppard Mullin, Boosting its Energy Tax Practice

Julie Marion, an accomplished veteran in the legal field, recently made the transition from KPMG to join Sheppard Mullin, a reputable law firm. As a partner, she’s now part of both the energy, infrastructure, and project finance team, and the tax, employee benefits, and trusts and estates practice group based in Chicago. This information was relayed directly from the law firm earlier this week. Sheppard Mullin has expressed excitement in leveraging Julie’s vast experience in federal income tax, particularly in the structure of renewable energy projects.

Marion’s significant range of expertise extends from understanding credit qualification, front-end project financing to the monetization of federal tax credits. This is achieved through tax equity structures along with transferability or direct pay elections. The proactive move taken by Sheppard Mullin to incorporate such legal prowess into their team is expected to yield fruitful collaborations along the mentioned areas.

Moreover, Marion also demonstrates a strong command over advising clients on complex partnership transactions. This includes dealing with joint venture investments, as well as business acquisitions and their related financing matters. The key ability to navigate the complexities of federal income tax matters is anticipated to be beneficial for Sheppard Mullin and their extensive client base.

For more detailed insight into this recent professional transition, visit Bloomberg Tax.