Christopher McLoon is a lawyer practicing partnership, affordable housing & community development, tax and 1 other area of law. Christopher received a degree from New York University School of Law in 1995, and has been licensed for 31 years. Christopher practices at Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP in Boston, MA.
Memberships
American Bar Association (Tax Section and Business Section)
Maine State Bar Association Fellow: of the Tax Section of the American Bar Association (2003) .com
Experience
J.M. Huber Corporation: Timberland Transactions
We represented J.M. Huber in purchase and sale transactions involving approximately 200,000 acres of timberlands.
J.M. Huber Corporation: Reorganization
We represented J.M. Huber in a complex reorganization, including the transfer of approximately 280,000 acres of timberlands and related assets to a subsidiary company. We analyzed extensive due diligence materials, drafted necessary documentation, and resolved permitting issues.
Acquisition of Timber Rights and Fee Interest
We represented the purchaser in the acquisition of timber rights and the option to purchase multiple parcels of timberland in Central and Western Pennsylvania, and eventual acquisition of fee interest.
Buyer Representation: Multiple Timberland Parcels
We represented the buyer in the acquisition of multiple timberland parcels in five counties in central and western Washington, including assistance with bid preparation, due diligence and tax and business-related advice.
Chapter 11 Sale of Assets
We represented a Trustee faced with jointly-administered cases which were converted from Chapter 11 in a successful sale of assets.
Commercial Timberland Acquisition
We provided representation for the purchaser in the acquisition of commercial timberland in central and northern Florida.
Corporate Affiliation Transaction
To increase its competitiveness in a changing health care market, a leading Massachusetts academic medical center sought to build a more integrated health care network. The acquisition of another area hospital was a complex, multi-disciplinary effort spanning seven months.
Fast Action Leads to Successful Closing
A fast-growing supply chain services and logistics company called on Verrill Dana's experienced attorneys when they needed to act fast to acquire multiple US and Canadian companies that became available due to a partial divestiture by a publicly traded company.
Grace Restaurant
A dilapidated church in the heart of Portland required creative financing and painstaking renovations to rebuild it into one of Portland's most popular restaurants. Verrill Dana helped keep this project on track by providing counsel relating to historic tax credits, investor financing, and lease structuring.
HeadInvest: Management Buyout
Verrill Dana represented the management group in its buyout of HeadInvest from Androscoggin Savings Bank.
Legacy Supply Chain Services: Acquisition of U.S. and Canadian Subsidiaries of Vitran, Inc.
Verrill Dana served as counsel to Legacy Supply Chain Services, the buyer/borrower, in its acquisition of certain U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries of Vitran, Inc. This deal was named the 2013 Retail Manufacturing/Distribution Sector Deal of the Year by M&A Advisor.
Multi-Disciplinary Representation in Mill Purchase
We represented the buyer in the acquisition of Domtar Maine LLC, which owns and operates the pulp mill in Baileyville, Maine (also known as Woodland).
Oakhurst Dairy: The Natural Goodness of an Enduring Legacy
Oakhurst Dairy has been a family-owned business for three generations. When the Bennett family decided the sale of Oakhurst was best for the company's growth and long term success, they sought Verrill Dana's guidance to ensure the transaction honored their company, its employees and the values that have made Oakhurst a trusted brand since 1921.
One Million Acre Sale of Timberlands
We provided representation of landowner entities in the sale of approximately 1,000,000 acres of timberland in Maine and New Hampshire.
Purchaser Representation: 300,000 Acre Timberland Deal
We represented the purchaser in the acquisition of more than 300,000 acres of timberland in Northern Maine, including negotiation of purchase and sale agreement, entity formation, tax advice, loan representation, environmental due diligence and ongoing operational assistance.
Timberland Acquisition and Sale of Conservation Easement
We provided representation of a purchaser in the acquisition of commercial timberland and the sale of a conservation easement in Monroe County, Alabama.
News
March 10, 2014 Verrill Dana Announced as Winner of the 6th Annual International M&A Advisor Award
Press Releases
Mark K. Googins , James C. Palmer , Eric D. Altholz , Robert C. Brooks , Gregory S. Fryer , Nathaniel R. Hull , Christopher S. Lockman , Alan D. MacEwan , Christopher S. McLoon , Riikka E. Morrill , Misti D. Munster , Andreea Sabin , Christopher R. Smith , Gabriel B. Weiss
January 2, 2014 Verrill Dana Part of Deal Team Announced as Winner of 12th Annual M&A Advisor Award
Press Releases
Mark K. Googins , James C. Palmer , Eric D. Altholz , Robert C. Brooks , Gregory S. Fryer , Nathaniel R. Hull , Christopher S. Lockman , Alan D. MacEwan , Christopher S. McLoon , Riikka E. Morrill , Misti D. Munster , Andreea Sabin , Christopher R. Smith , Gabriel B. Weiss
May 29, 2013 Verrill Dana Recognized as a Leading Firm by Chambers & Partners
Press Releases
Eric D. Altholz , Scott D. Anderson , Kelly B. Boden , Lisa S. Boehm , Robert C. Brooks , Juliet T. Browne , Anthony M. Calcagni , Roger A. Clement, Jr. , James I. Cohen , Kimberly S. Couch , Bradford W. Coupe , Douglas P. Currier , Gregory S. Fryer , David L. Galgay, Jr. , Gregg H. Ginn , James G. Goggin , Mark K. Googins , Katie M. Gray , William S. Harwood , Nora R. Healy , Jeffrey L. Heidt , Nathaniel R. Hull , Charles M. Katz-Leavy , Alan D. MacEwan , Christopher S. McLoon , Suzanne E. Meeker , Richard G. Moon , Charles R. Oestreicher , James C. Palmer , Raymond A. Pelletier , Jeffrey T. Selser
November 29, 2012 Maine's Use Tax Generates Less Revenue Than Expected
Media Mentions
Christopher S. McLoon
June 7, 2012 Verrill Dana Ranked Among Top Firms by Chambers & Partners
Press Releases
Eric D. Altholz , Scott D. Anderson , Kelly B. Boden , Lisa S. Boehm , Robert C. Brooks , Juliet T. Browne , Anthony M. Calcagni , Roger A. Clement, Jr. , Christopher J.W. Coggeshall , James I. Cohen , Kimberly S. Couch , Bradford W. Coupe , Douglas P. Currier , Gregory S. Fryer , Gregg H. Ginn , James G. Goggin , Mark K. Googins , William S. Harwood , Nora R. Healy , Jeffrey L. Heidt , Nathaniel R. Hull , Charles M. Katz-Leavy , Alan D. MacEwan , Christopher S. McLoon , Suzanne E. Meeker , Richard G. Moon , Charles R. Oestreicher , James C. Palmer , Raymond A. Pelletier , Jeffrey T. Selser , Christopher R. Smith
October 17, 2011 Impacts Felt from New LLC Law Changes
Media Mentions
Christopher S. McLoon
September 23, 2010 Verrill Dana to Host Joint Investment Seminars in Conjunction with Cox & Palmer
Press Releases
Christopher S. McLoon , Christopher R. Smith
June 30, 2010 Verrill Dana Partner Christopher McLoon Appears on Good Day Maine
Press Releases
Christopher S. McLoon
January 18, 2006 Verrill Dana, LLP Names New Partners
Press Releases
Christopher S. McLoon , Jeffrey T. Selser , Christopher R. Smith
Events
January 23, 2014 ABA Tax Section Midyear Meeting
Speaking Engagements
November 20, 2013 Tax Issues in Sale of Partnership and LLC Interests: Structuring the Purchase Agreement
Speaking Engagements
Christopher S. McLoon
January 9, 2013 LLCs: Latest Developments in Federal and State Tax Treatment
Speaking Engagements
Christopher S. McLoon
April 4, 2012 Maine's New Limited Liability Act
Speaking Engagements
Christopher S. McLoon
October 26, 2011 Christopher McLoon Explains Maine's New LLC Act to Banking Group
Speaking Engagements
Christopher S. McLoon
December 27, 2010 Verrill Dana Attorneys Christopher McLoon and Sarah Coburn to Speak at 2011 Maine State Bar Association Annual Meeting
Speaking Engagements
September 23, 2010 Verrill Dana and Cox & Palmer Joint Investment Seminar - Portland, ME
Hosted Events
September 21,2010Verrill Dana Partner Christopher McLoon to Speak at Maine Businesses for Sustainability Breakfast
Speaking Engagements
Christopher S. McLoon
Publications
February 28, 2014 Debt and Taxes: IRS Proposes Dramatic Changes
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
January 24, 2014 Relief, Not a Cure: IRS Provides Help for Partnerships Allocating Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
Spring 2011Maine's New LLC Act: Authority, Dissociation, Assignments and Charging Orders (Part 3 of 3)
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
March 25, 2011 An Advisory for Hospital Facilities Regarding IRS Updates to Schedule H
Alerts and NewslettersChristopher McLoon and Jeffrey Heidt
March 9, 2011 IRS Extends Filing Date for Tax-Exempt Hospitals
Alerts and NewslettersChristopher McLoon and Jeffrey Heidt
Winter 2011Maine's New Limited Liability Company Act: Authority, Dissociation, Assignments and Charging Orders (Part 2 of 3)
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
December 23, 2010 Maine's New Limited Liability Company Act from the Maine Bar Journal
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
Fall 2010Maine's New Limited Liability Company Act Part 1 of 3
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
July 13, 2010 Maine Must Act Soon to Preserve History and a Valuable Tax Credit
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
January 27, 2010 IRS to Examine Worker Classification and Related Compensation and Benefits Compliance Issues
Alerts and Newsletters
October 20, 2009 The Dangerous Charm of the Series LLC
Published Articles
Christopher McLoon
September 14, 2009 Tax Alert: Tax Receivables Reduction Initiative
Alerts and Newsletters
May 22, 2008 Comments to Proposed Regulations Concerning Assets-Over Partnership Mergers by Christopher McLoon
Published Articles
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