Laurie Abramowitz
About Laurie Abramowitz
Laurie Abramowitz serves as the Co-Chair of the Tax Department at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, where she specializes in tax planning for private equity funds and transactions with international implications. She holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Laws from New York University School of Law and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business.
Work at Arnold & Porter
Laurie Abramowitz serves as the Co-Chair of the Tax Department at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the firm's expertise in tax law. In her role, she regularly represents private equity funds in structuring acquisitions, dispositions, and management equity participations. Her work involves navigating complex tax issues and providing strategic advice to clients in various transactions.
Education and Expertise
Laurie Abramowitz has a robust educational background in law and finance. She earned her Doctor of Law (JD) from New York University School of Law, completing her studies from 1983 to 1987. She furthered her education with a Master of Laws (LLM) in Taxation from the same institution, studying from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, she holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NYU Stern School of Business, obtained between 1984 and 1987, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mathematical Economics from Brown University.
Background
Before joining Arnold & Porter, Laurie Abramowitz worked at Kaye Scholer LLP for 29 years, from 1987 to 2016, where she held the position of Partner. Her extensive experience in tax law includes handling tax issues related to private inurement, self-dealing, and unrelated business taxable income for tax-exempt organizations. She has developed a strong foundation in tax planning for transactions with international implications.
Tax Planning and Structuring Expertise
Laurie Abramowitz has significant experience in structuring joint ventures, partnerships, and limited liability companies. Her expertise includes drafting partnership agreements and tax allocations, ensuring compliance with tax regulations. She is involved in tax planning for various transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, demonstrating her capability in managing complex tax matters.