The new recruit will help the London office of the law firm in providing a US perspective on tax and wealth advice.

Bryan Cave has hired David Adler, previously of McDermott Will & Emery, as a partner.

Adler is a US tax lawyer advising international entities, individuals and intermediaries on planning with a US component. He advises on issues arising under the US Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act and the OECD Common Reporting Standard. He was also a partner at McDermott Will & Emery.

Adler will work closely with Bryan Cave London partner Dyke Arboneaux. His appointment comes as the firm faces increasing requests for assistance from high net worth clients on international tax regulations, which have become more complex and far-reaching – particularly following the implementation of FATCA, it said.

“Indeed, ensuring we have the capacity to meet the growing demand has been challenging, so we are delighted that we’ve been able to attract a lawyer of David’s calibre to join our team,” said Arboneaux.

FATCA was enacted by the US Congress in 2010 as part of the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act. It ensures that the US Internal Revenue Service has information on the foreign assets of US persons in a bid to combat tax evasion by US citizens.

“Often, apparently simple decisions can create unforeseen issues that, if not handled correctly, can prove difficult to resolve,” added Arboneaux.

This publication is awaiting confirmation as to whether this is a newly-created role, and will update in due course.