Strategies for Corporate Tax Planning provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on best practices for helping corporate clients construct effective tax plans. Featuring partners from some of the nation's leading law firms, this book guides the reader through evaluating proposed transactions in order to balance a client's business goals and tax plan. From state and local tax laws to new federal guidelines, these experts discuss the current state of tax regulation and enforcement, and offer advice for keeping clients in compliance while achieving their financial objectives. Additionally, these top lawyers reveal their strategies for keeping abreast of current trends, understanding the structure and operations of a business, and taking early precautions to avoid potential problems. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to this complex area of law. Book jacket.