Simpson Thacher Hires Zak as Tax Practice Partner in New York

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has announced that Ari Zak has joined its New York office as a partner in the tax practice, bringing expertise in taxation of investment funds and their investors.

His experience covers a wide range of investment vehicles, including mutual funds, closed-end funds, and private equity funds, as well as transactional matters in the financial services industry.

Zak’s focus on registered funds and complex tax matters will help the firm serve asset manager clients and expand their capabilities in the sector.

This story was produced by Bloomberg Tax Automation.