People

John T. Lutz

Partner

New York – One Vanderbilt Avenue

John T. Lutz advises clients on the tax aspects of investment funds, structured finance, derivatives and structured products. He also counsels clients on matters related to insurance products, investment tax credits, conventional US and cross-border securities offerings, and corporate mergers and acquisitions. John represents a number of tax-exempt organizations in connection with their investment activities and incentive compensation arrangements.

John handles all aspects of tax-advantaged financings and investments for financial institutions, investment fund managers, high net worth individuals, and investors. He represents banks and investment managers in connection with asset backed securities including collateralized loan obligations, structured notes, and repackagings.

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Recognitions
  • Chambers USA, Tax, 2017-2026
  • Legal 500 US, Recommended, 2021–2025
  • Turnaround & Workouts, Bankruptcy Tax Specialists in the Nation’s Major Law Firms, 2022–2025
  • Best Lawyers in America, Tax Law, 2012–2026
  • Super Lawyer, 2009–2020, 2022–2023

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Capabilities and industries
Regional markets
Community
  • American College of Tax Counsel, fellow
  • International Tax Institute, president
  • New York State Bar Association, Tax Section, Executive Committee (2000–2004, 2008–2024)
  • Villanova University School of Law, Board of Consultors, 2021 to present

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Credentials
Education
  • New York University School of Law, LLM
  • Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, JD
  • University of Notre Dame, BBA
Admissions
  • New Jersey
  • New York