Benjamin P Oklan
Managing Director, Tax
Ben specializes in transactional tax matters, particularly involving REITs and real estate, with extensive experience spanning accounting, tax compliance, and tax controversy. His areas of focus include REITs, qualified opportunity zones, FIRPTA, 1031 like-kind exchanges, partnership tax, and Star Wars. He conducts research, creates tax structures, and prepares tax memos for complex business transactions. He has advised a diverse clientele, including public and private companies, private equity funds, real estate developers, healthcare providers, non-profits, professional sports teams, family offices, and individuals on various tax matters, including business formations, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and securities offerings.