With that additional work, what steps is DLA taking to continue to grow its international tax practice?
DC – First, we are continuing on the course we set several years ago of hiring more senior international tax lawyers. During 2005 we added experienced international tax partners in New York, Palo Alto, and Los Angeles. At the same time our offices outside of the US added experienced international tax lawyers in China, the former Soviet Republic, several countries in Europe, and the UK. Second, the merger with DLA has obviously strengthened our global tax capabilities. During 2005 our ability to service US-based clients with the help of our colleagues in various foreign offices helped us efficiently implement many projects for clients. From a personal perspective, China is a critical marketplace for almost all of our Silicon Valley clients. The additions to our tax team in China have proved to be enormously valuable. For 2006, we would like to increase our recognition in the marketplace as a premier provider of international tax services. We are building that reputation one client at a
