McDermott Recognized as Having the Best Brand in Tax

CHICAGO (August 17, 2006) — McDermott Will & Emery was recognized by International Tax Review (July/August 2006 edition) in its first-ever global tax services survey.  McDermott received a best brand mention in the United States.  Additionally, McDermott was mentioned in the telecoms & technology sector as among the best brands in tax.

The feature studied the overall results from the last four regional surveys conducted by International Tax Review over the past 12 months with regard to which firms were identified as having the leading brands in international tax.  Results were compiled from 790 survey responses of in-house tax executives.  In terms of identifying trends, data was examined from the past three years.  The data was broken down to show not only results on a country by country basis, but also by industry.  Sections include banking and finance, telecoms and technology, energy and utilities, and manufacturing.  For more information visit www.internationaltaxreview.com.

McDermott has one of the largest and most comprehensive law firm tax practices in the world.  Our clients consist of U.S. and international based public and private companies, including more than half of the Fortune 100.  We provide counsel on all tax-related areas, including corporate, international, employee benefits, state and local taxation, and tax controversy.

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