Bio

Emily Hoyt is a partner in LP’s Corporate and Tax Planning & Litigation Practice Groups. With unparalleled optimism and energy, Emily helps middle market companies solve significant business challenges, no matter the scope or complexity of the problem presented. She assists clients with the design, implementation and administration of employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) as an effective business succession strategy. Emily draws on her considerable tax law background to help her clients achieve the short and long-term benefits of ESOPs. She enjoys helping her clients navigate the interwoven business and legal issues that arise during the complete life cycle of an ESOP stock purchase transaction. Bringing a big picture perspective to her work advising leading businesses, Emily handles a broad range of general corporate matters for clients, including business formation, mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiation and tax structuring. For clients facing state and local tax issues, Emily examines current statutes and regulations as well as other guidance to determine an appropriate course of action tailored to the client's needs.