In a strategic move to bolster its international reach, McCarter & English has appointed Peter Lagonowicz as a partner and the head of its international tax practice in Miami. The firm announced this development on Wednesday, underscoring its intent to strengthen services for foreign clients seeking investment opportunities in the United States. For those unfamiliar with McCarter & English’s announcement, further information can be found here.
Peter Lagonowicz brings extensive experience advising foreign clients in South Florida, notably in wealth management and family succession planning when selecting the U.S. as their operational hub. His appointment reflects the firm’s effort to enhance its offerings in a rapidly globalizing economic environment. In tandem with this strategic expansion, Janine Kucaba also joined the team as special counsel. Both professionals arrive from Shutts & Bowen, contributing their expertise to McCarter & English’s growing international footprint in tax advisory services.
For legal professionals monitoring trends in tax law and cross-border investment strategies, the addition of Lagonowicz and Kucaba is indicative of broader trends in the industry. As firms position themselves for growth in international markets, these expansions highlight the increasing importance of robust legal frameworks to support complex international transactions and investments.