Brian Arthur
About Brian Arthur
Brian Arthur is the VP Tax Planning and Senior Tax Counsel at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 15 years of experience in tax law and planning.
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Brian Arthur holds the position of Vice President of Tax Planning and Senior Tax Counsel at Bristol Myers Squibb.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Brian Arthur joined Bristol Myers Squibb in May 2021. He occupies the key roles of Vice President of Tax Planning and Senior Tax Counsel. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing tax planning strategies and providing senior-level tax counsel to ensure compliance and optimize tax-related decisions for the company.
Previous Experience at Baker & McKenzie
Brian Arthur worked at Baker & McKenzie for a substantial period of 13 years, from 2008 to 2021. Beginning his tenure as a valued team member and eventually being promoted to Partner. His role involved complex tax planning initiatives, advising on international tax issues, and guiding clients through intricate tax regulations.
Professional Background
Brian Arthur began his legal career at the United States Tax Court, serving as an Attorney Advisor from 2004 to 2006. He then progressed to White & Case, where he served as an Associate from 2006 to 2008, dealing with various tax-related legal matters. Following this, he joined Baker & McKenzie and stayed there until 2021, advancing to the position of Partner due to his significant contributions in tax law.
Education and Specialization in Taxation
Brian Arthur has an extensive educational background focused on law and accounting. He earned an LLM in Taxation from the University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law (2003-2004). He also holds a J.D./MAcc in Law and Accounting from the same institution (1999-2002) and a B.S. in Accounting from the University of Florida (1995-1998).