Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland has a broad tax controversy practice that encompasses civil, criminal, and administrative matters, though it is particularly well-regarded for its work on state and local tax matters. The work also has a broad sector focus, spanning the technology, media and entertainment, energy and natural resources, healthcare and life sciences industries, among others. Robert Chase  and Mary Monahan, who both handle complex and technical federal tax issues for multinational corporations, lead the tax practice from Washington DC. Jeffrey Friedman, also based in DC, is a recognised expert in SALT matters. Eric Tresh in Atlanta is a key adviser to both national and global companies on SALT matters, and he is active in administrative and judicial fora throughout the US. DC-based Dwight Mersereau recently acted for pharmacy benefit organization Express Scripts, Inc. in a significant case concerning the application of former Section 199 to domestically produced software. In the same office, David Blair and David Fischer are respected for their work at both federal and state level. In early 2025, the firm hired a group from Chamberlain Hrdlicka, including partners Hale Sheppard, Cassandra Bradford, and Samuel Grier.