Mooney Martin E - Cincinnati, OH

Elite Corporate and Business Tax Counsel in Downtown Cincinnati

Structuring complex corporate transactions, negotiating strategic joint ventures, and optimizing business tax frameworks require exceptional legal mastery and practical commercial foresight. Practicing from the 33rd floor of the Great American Tower at Queen City Square, Martin E. Mooney serves as a senior partner in the corporate and tax law groups at Frost Brown Todd LLP. With more than forty years of distinguished practice in Cincinnati, Marty Mooney represents an extensive roster of clients ranging from emerging entrepreneurial startups and family enterprises to regional commercial banks and publicly traded corporations. Recognized consistently in The Best Lawyers in America and named a Top Lawyer in Tax Law by Cincinnati Magazine, he brings decisive acumen to every transaction.

Partnership Taxation and Business Entity Structuring

Choosing the correct corporate structure and managing entity operations can significantly reduce ongoing tax liabilities and shield owners from personal liability. When business founders and investors choose to hire a tax attorney for business formation, Martin Mooney delivers sophisticated structural design tailored to capital needs. Core capabilities include:

• Entity formation and joint ventures: Structuring limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and corporations to achieve maximum operational flexibility and pass-through tax efficiency.
• Partnership property distributions: Navigating intricate Internal Revenue Code provisions regarding non-cash property distributions, disguised sales, and Section 704(c) allocations to avoid unexpected tax triggers.
• Operating agreements and governance: Drafting comprehensive operating agreements, shareholder buy-sell arrangements, and equity vesting schedules that prevent internal partner disputes.
• Consolidated tax return advisory: Assisting affiliated corporate groups with consolidated return elections, intercompany pricing, and loss-sharing mechanisms.

Mergers, Acquisitions, and Exit Strategy Optimization

The sale, merger, or acquisition of an enterprise represents a pivotal liquidity event where subtle tax nuances can translate into millions of dollars in net value. Martin Mooney works side-by-side with corporate buyers, private equity groups, and selling founders throughout every phase of the deal lifecycle. Services include:

• Mergers and asset purchases: Structuring asset acquisitions, stock purchases, and tax-deferred reorganizations to maximize depreciation step-ups while limiting capital gains exposure.
• Ownership redemptions and partner exits: Structuring tax-advantaged partner buyouts, corporate redemptions, and recapitalizations that protect remaining business equity.
• Commercial contract drafting: Negotiating high-value commercial agreements, intellectual property licensing deals, and vendor supply chain contracts.
• Due diligence and tax risk mitigation: Conducting thorough tax and corporate due diligence to identify hidden successor liabilities and regulatory hurdles prior to closing.

Real Estate Syndication and Financing Tax Advisory

Real estate developers, syndicators, and institutional investors rely on Martin Mooney for tax guidance on high-value property ventures. He advises clients on tax-efficient capital raises, opportunity zone investments, and multi-tiered partnership equity structures for commercial real estate developments and multi-family residential portfolios across the Midwest.

Connect with Martin E. Mooney at Frost Brown Todd

Whether you are launching a new enterprise, preparing for an equity sale, or require sophisticated tax planning for a corporate restructuring, Martin E. Mooney provides the comprehensive legal insight required for success. Located in the Great American Tower at 301 East Fourth Street, Suite 3300 in Cincinnati, Frost Brown Todd combines national legal firepower with local dedication. Call +1 513-651-6979 today to schedule a confidential legal consultation with a preeminent Cincinnati business tax attorney.