News and Insights

8.01.24

“Rollover Equity Conundrum in Transactions with Private Equity Funds – Partnership Continuations/Mergers Under Section 708 or Terminations Under Revenue Ruling 99”

Asel Lindsey co-authored the article, “Rollover Equity Conundrum in Transactions with Private Equity Funds – Partnership Continuations/Mergers Under Section 708 or Terminations Under Revenue Ruling…

5.06.24

Even When Section 280E No Longer Applies to Cannabis Businesses, Another Tax Problem Will Remain

Much has been written over the last week about the recommendation by Attorney General Merrick Garland to loosen restrictions on cannabis. That recommendation would, among other things, reclassify…

9.30.21

Michigan Cannabis Cultivators and Processors Have Opportunity for Sales Tax Savings and Refunds

Operators in state-legal cannabis industries are confronted with a myriad of tax challenges, as we have previously discussed. As a result, opportunities for tax savings for state-legal cannabis…

3.24.21

Hidden in the American Rescue Plan Act: More Reasons for Employees To Take FFCRA Leave and More Time for Employers To Receive Tax Credits

While many Americans are receiving their $1,400 payments from the American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”), signed into law on March 11, 2021, employers should be paying attention to the somewhat buried…

8.15.24

Understanding Your Responsibilities Under the Corporate Transparency Act

Beginning on January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) requires many entities formed or registered to do business in the United States to report information to the U.S. Department of…

7.22.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Dissolving Your Business? Here’s What You Need To Know about the CTA’s Latest Reporting Requirements (with Jeff Gifford)

Dissolving your business before January 1, 2025? According to some recent guidance regarding the Corporate Transparency Act, you might still have outstanding paperwork to file with FinCEN. Jeff…

6.19.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Could Your Damage Award Trigger an Unexpected Tax Bill? Here’s How to Avoid It (with Nardeen Dalli)

Imagine your company wins a significant lawsuit, only to face a hefty tax bill from the IRS. How can you safeguard your business from these unexpected tax burdens? Nardeen Dalli breaks down the…

8.01.24

What do real estate investors need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act?

In real estate, complex ownership structures have long been a part of the game. But the introduction of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) earlier this year has presented a new set of potential…

4.30.24

What happens if cannabis moves to a lower-risk drug tier?

UPDATE: In light of the breaking news on April 30, 2024, that DEA will move to reschedule marijuana to Schedule III, it is critically important that cannabis operators begin to take steps to prepare…

8.15.23

A tax breakthrough for growers? Cannabis industry scores big win in new Michigan ruling

In a first-of-its-kind decision, a Michigan-based cannabis business was recognized as an agricultural operation. A potential milestone for the industry, this ruling sheds light on the legal…

7.01.24

“The IRS’ warning shot on marijuana”

John Fraser was quoted in the Politico article, “The IRS’ warning shot on marijuana.”

6.03.24

"Taxes Take Center Stage In Pot Industry Amid Fed. Policy Shift"

Scott Kocienski was quoted in the Law360 Tax Authority article, "Taxes Take Center Stage In Pot Industry Amid Fed. Policy Shift."

7.03.23

Asel Lindsey Featured in Law.com's "How I Made Partner" Series

Asel Lindsey was featured in the Law.com article, "How I Made Partner: ‘Focus on Developing Technical Skills and Expertise in Your Practice Area,’ Says Asel M. Lindsey of Dykema Gossett." 

8.15.24

216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…

1.31.24

Dykema Announces New Management Appointments

Dykema is pleased to announce eight new management appointments, each of which commenced on January 1, 2024. 

11.02.23

Dykema Receives 14 National Rankings and 153 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2024

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 14 practice areas in the 2024 Best Law Firms list, and received a total of 153 metropolitan rankings…

10.17.22

Fall 2022 Congressional Outlook

Congress now stands in recess through the midterm elections. Lawmakers will return on November 14 for the lame-duck session that will provide the last opportunity for Congress to enact legislation…

1.18.22

2022 Congressional Outlook

Dykema's Federal Government Policy Team shares an overview of the political and policy landscape on Capitol Hill for 2022. The group summarizes some of the areas that Congress will focus on in the…

8.01.24

Flow-Through Entities and Transactions

Asel Lindsey will serve as a featured presenter at the Texas Bar’s 42nd Annual Tax Law Course - Tax Law: Before the Sunset. The live webcast takes place August 1-2, 2024. The presentation is entitled,…

4.25.24

Winning the AV tax game

Brandy Manning and Megan Knell served as featured presenters at the Panhandle Association of Petroleum Landmen Quarterly Meeting on Thursday, April 25. Manning and Knell's presentation, “Winning the…

11.16.23

Sale through Conversion to Partnership Tax Status and Issuance of Profits Interests

Asel Lindsey will serve as a featured presenter for the XPX San Antonio presentation, "Sale through Conversion to Partnership Tax Status and Issuance of Profits Interests."

6.10.21

The Current Seller’s Market and Potential Tax Changes, Planet DDS

12.02.20

Planning for the Road Ahead, December Boss Ladies Webinar

Nazneen Hasan, Bloomfield Hills-based attorney in Dykema’s Taxation Practice Group, will host the December Boss Ladies webinar, “Planning for the Road Ahead,” on December 2, 2020.

8.04.20

Property Tax Appeals: From Filing Deadline Extensions to How to Start an Appeal

With the State of Michigan extending the deadline to file a property tax appeal to August 31, 2020, there is still time to reduce your overhead costs without impacting your cash flow. This webinar…