Eversheds Sutherland Welcomes Back Todd Betor to Tax Practice, Building Out SALT Strength in New York

Eversheds Sutherland is pleased to announce that Todd G. Betor has rejoined the firm’s Tax Practice Group as a partner. Based in New York, Mr. Betor will be an integral part of the firm’s leading State and Local Tax (SALT) practice in New York. In addition to providing multistate advice to the firm’s clients, Mr. Betor focuses on consulting on New York tax issues, state tax consequences of mergers and acquisitions, and tax accounting considerations of SALT positions. Mr. Betor will join New York-based SALT Partners Ted Friedman and recently elected Liz Cha. Mr. Betor previously practiced at Eversheds Sutherland from 2013 to 2021. 

“We are excited to have Todd back at the firm,” said Mark D. Wasserman, Co-CEO of Eversheds Sutherland. “His return will add to our leading SALT practice. Todd’s experience with SALT issues associated with transactions will benefit our current and prospective clients.”

As a seasoned SALT practitioner, Mr. Betor concentrates his practice on the tax aspects of complex business transactions and regularly advises multinational corporations and technology startups, as well as private equity and leveraged buyout funds and their portfolio companies. He counsels clients on a broad range of US tax matters, including the federal, international, and SALT implications of M&A transactions and internal restructurings. 

“Todd has developed a unique practice involving the SALT implications of mergers and acquisitions, as well as divestitures, internal reorganizations, and restructurings, which clients have a substantial need for in the current market,” said Robert S. Chase, US Tax Practice Group leader. “In addition to his SALT focus, Todd has a deep understanding and background in federal income tax concepts, which allows him to serve our tax clients more broadly.” 

Mr. Betor also represents clients in tax controversy and litigation matters, and advises on employment tax withholding, resident status, and other state tax issues for clients with mobile, global workforces. His state tax practice includes an emphasis on instructing clients on the impact of federal tax provisions on state taxation including GILTI, FDII, and code sections 163(j), 172 and 338.

“Todd is a talented SALT attorney, and a good friend,” said Jeffrey A. Friedman, Head of Eversheds Sutherland’s SALT Practice Group. “As we continue to grow and recruit top tax lawyers, Todd’s focus on growing a SALT transaction advisory practice will greatly complement the skills and services of the group. Clients in New York and throughout the country will be well served by Todd’s deep state tax experience.” 

In addition to his client work, Mr. Betor regularly participates as a speaker at New York University, TEI, and COST conferences on SALT implications. As a thought leader in the area of SALT, he frequently writes for various publications including, Tax Notes, Bloomberg, and Law360. Most recently, Mr. Betor was recognized as “2021 State Tax Author of the Year” by Bloomberg Tax & Accounting.

About Eversheds Sutherland 
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With more than 3,000 lawyers, Eversheds Sutherland operates in over 70 offices in more than 30 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States. In addition, a network of more than 200 related law firms, including formalized alliances in Latin America, Asia Pacific and Africa, provide support around the globe.

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