White & Case LLP, a prominent international law firm, has announced the addition of Catherine Hill as a partner in its global tax practice and global private equity industry group at its London office. Hill, who transitioned to White & Case from Latham & Watkins, enhances the firm’s expertise in handling complex tax matters.
According to Bloomberg Law, Hill specializes in advising corporates, individuals, and funds on transactional tax issues and strategic tax planning, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions. Her expertise extends to management incentive schemes, international group reorganizations, UK employment tax, real estate transactions, and corporate finance transactions.
This strategic hire is part of White & Case’s broader effort to strengthen its tax advisory capabilities in response to growing client demand for sophisticated tax planning and transactional advice. Her addition is expected to bolster the firm’s position in the competitive legal market, particularly in the areas of tax strategy surrounding cross-border transactions.
This move underscores White & Case’s commitment to assembling a robust team of experts capable of navigating the complexities of global tax legislation and providing clients with comprehensive and innovative tax solutions.