John R. Cohn
Partner,
Dallas
Practice Description
John R. Cohn assists multinational corporations, national oil companies, small businesses, and individuals in developing and implementing tax-efficient international business structures. He advises and counsels U.S. entities on expanding business internationally, guides foreign companies and persons on doing business in the United States, and negotiates international energy acquisitions and dispositions. Mr. Cohn's expertise includes tax and transactional counsel on Latin American, African, and Asian energy projects.
Representations
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Tax planning and representation of foreign oil and gas exploration company in the acquisition of stock of a South American production unit
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Tax planning and representation of foreign oil and gas exploration company in the acquisition of a 50% non-operating working interest in West African production assets
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Negotiating acquisition of offshore Nigerian exploration and production interest and related joint operating agreement
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Reorganizing a multinational drilling corporation, involving the creation of a publicly held foreign parent and related international tax planning
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Restructuring of a large private oil and gas company to minimize state tax exposure and offer profit participation to key individuals
Distinctions/Honors
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The Best Lawyers in America® by Woodward/White Inc. (Tax Law); 2007-present
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Chambers USA by Chambers & Partners (Tax Law); 2007-present
Press Releases/In the News
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"Thompson & Knight and Barbosa help Barra secure equity," Latin Lawyer; May 13, 2010
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"Brazil a Booming Market, But Be Advised," TradeReport; May 12, 2010
Presentations/Publications
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Client Alert: Mexico's Chamber of Deputies Approves Tax Reforms for 2010, October 26, 2009
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Client Alert: FBAR Filing Obligations for Investments in Foreign Hedge Funds and Private Equity Funds, June 30, 2009
Activities
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Member, State Bar of Texas; Tax Section, International Tax Committee
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Member, New York State Bar Association; Tax Section; International Law Section