Michael Bloom provides tax advice on all types of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and venture capital investments. Michael focuses primarily on advising emerging fund managers on fund formation and portfolio acquisitions; and advising celebrities and other individuals in the entertainment industry on engagements with film and television studios, advertisers, and brand endorsements transactions – often involving an equity component (e.g., restricted stock, options, profits interests).
Michael works closely with the firm's LA-based media and entertainment practice. He also has significant experience handling tax controversy matters before the IRS and state taxing authorities, on behalf of companies of all sizes and individuals.