Ryan Charles Gaglio

Ryan Gaglio is an experienced tax lawyer who helps his clients achieve their business goals quickly and efficiently. He is a go-to advisor and problem-solver for public companies, private equity funds, venture-backed/early-stage companies and family offices who rely on him to consider their objectives carefully and design strategies tailored to their risk profile. His practical and actionable solutions enable his clients to confidently understand the tax consequences of mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcies and workouts, estate planning, real estate holdings and executive compensation structures.

Ryan draws on his broad, deal-based experience to help clients make informed investment decisions. Whether in a sale to a private equity fund or a strategic buyer or an acquisition of a target company, Ryan crafts structures that achieve his client’s business goals and meet the tax goals of all parties involved. When tax controversies arise, Ryan uses his vast experience in federal, state and local tax disputes to successfully represent clients at all stages of proceedings before the IRS, the California Franchise Tax Board and the California State Board of Equalization, as well as in tax controversies before the U.S. District Court and the U.S. Tax Court.

Ryan was awarded the annual Tax Law Section Award for 2016 by the Orange County Bar Association and he has been named a "Southern California Rising Star" by Super Lawyers each year since 2015.

Some highlights of Ryan’s career include representation of:

Simpleview in connection with its sale to the Jordan Company and a rollover of a portion of their equity. Ryan continues to advise the company in asset add-ons and in-licensing.

Tide Rock on the tax, fund formation and corporate aspects of their portfolio companies while bringing on additional investment from new limited partners and making several platform acquisitions.

A real estate investment fund in connection with a multi-year IRS audit and Tax Court litigation.

Experience

Represented Deckers Brands, a designer of casual and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories, in the sale of its Sanuk brand, known for its outdoor lifestyle footwear, to Canadian activewear company Lolë Brands. This acquisition is part of Lolë’s strategy to strengthen its position in the North American market, particularly in the U.S. where Sanuk has a well-established presence. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. 
Represented TextPower, Inc. in its sale to ARCOS, LLC, a portfolio company of Vista Equity Partners. TextPower is a pioneer in text messaging communication services and ARCOS is a developer of mission-critical software that automates crew callout and storm management processes for electric and gas utilities
Represented K1 Speed in connection with an investment by Verlinvest, an international, family-backed investment firm. Forbes Magazine featured the investment in a recent article titled, "Verlinvest Invests In K1 Speed As A Sign Of Future Growth In Racing." With Verlinvest's support, K1 Speed is planning to expand to over 100 locations globally by the end of 2024.
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Credentials

Education
  • Yale Law School, J.D., 2008
  • Columbia College, B.A., 2005
  • California
  • U.S. Tax Court

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