John David McDonald
Baker & McKenzie LLP | Pwc • Chicago, IL
Mergers AcquisitionsPersonal InjuryTax
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Contact
Email
Phone
(855) 917-6275
Address
One Prudential Plaza, Chicago, IL, 60601, US
Professional
About
John David McDonald is a seasoned attorney with 28 years of experience advising clients on tax matters and mergers and acquisitions. Based in Chicago at One Prudential Plaza, he brings a practical, business-focused perspective to complex legal and transactional issues, helping clients navigate high-stakes decisions with clarity and confidence. His work is shaped by a deep understanding of the intersection between tax strategy and corporate deal-making, allowing him to support transactions from planning through execution with an eye toward efficiency and long-term value. Throughout his career with Baker & McKenzie LLP | Pwc, Mr. McDonald has developed a reputation for delivering thoughtful, detail-oriented counsel tailored to each client’s objectives. He works closely with businesses facing sophisticated tax concerns and M&A challenges, providing guidance designed to reduce risk, anticipate obstacles, and support informed decision-making. His experience in both tax and mergers and acquisitions makes him a valuable resource for clients seeking integrated legal advice in complex corporate matters. Clients value Mr. McDonald’s professional, responsive approach and his commitment to understanding the broader business implications of every matter. He is dedicated to helping clients move forward with confidence, whether they are structuring a transaction, managing tax-related issues, or pursuing strategic growth opportunities.
About Mergers Acquisitions Law
M&A attorneys handle complex business transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. They guide companies through due diligence and deal structuring. Common matters include mergers, acquisitions, due diligence, deal structuring.
Credentials
Education
1996 Northwestern University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1993 Marquette University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2003 "top ten international tax advisers in the Midwest region", Euromoney’s International Tax Review
Publications
2004 Public Law Institute International Aspects of Section 304 Transactions, Tax Strategies for Corporate Acquisitions, Dispositions, Spin-Offs, Joint Ventures, Financings, Reorganizations and Restructurings 2003 Practical Tax Strategies Prop. Regs. On Partnership Options Take a ‘Friendly’ Slant 2002 Tax Notes International IRS Recognizes Potential for Foreign Source Income Treatment from Maquiladora Operations 1998 Mexican Debt-Equity Swap is not Taxable International Tax News 1996 Northwestern Journal of International Law and Business Anti-Deferral Deferred, a Proposal for International Tax Reform
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Updated: Jul 28, 2026