Arash Aminpour

Managing Partner

Arash is a highly experienced corporate, M&A, and tax attorney with a distinguished track record advising private equity sponsors, multinational corporations, and institutional investors on complex transactions. He specializes in structuring and executing acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and restructurings, with a deep focus on U.S. federal and international tax implications.
Arash regularly counsels global private equity funds and strategic buyers on transactions ranging from $50 million to over $10 billion across diverse industries, including technology, financial services, and energy. His experience includes advising on tax-efficient structuring, cross-border investments, and regulatory compliance to optimize transaction value and mitigate risk.
Arash is recognized for his ability to bridge the gap between corporate strategy and tax efficiency, ensuring clients achieve their business objectives while minimizing tax exposure. He frequently collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including financial advisors and economists, to structure deals that align with evolving regulatory frameworks and market dynamics.

PRACTICE AREAS:Corporate
Executive Compensation & Equity Plans
Fiduciary & Corporate Governance
Investment Funds
Mergers & Acquisitions
Private Equity
Securities Compliance
Tax Planning
Venture Capital

EDUCATION:Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
LL.M. in Taxation, with Honors
Emory University School of Law
Doctor of Law
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts in Political Economics

BAR ADMISSIONS:District of Columbia
Illinois

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS:Advised a global private equity firm on the $8 billion acquisition of a multinational industrial conglomerate, structuring the deal to maximize tax efficiencies across multiple jurisdictions.
Represented a sovereign wealth fund in its $3 billion investment in a U.S.-based infrastructure portfolio, addressing complex cross-border tax considerations.
Counseled a leading technology company on its $5 billion merger with a European competitor, managing regulatory and tax structuring across U.S. and EU markets.
Advised a private equity sponsor on a $1.2 billion leveraged buyout of a healthcare services provider, implementing a tax-efficient acquisition structure.
Assisted a multinational corporation in a $10 billion spinoff, navigating international tax treaties and U.S. tax regulations.