Washington (September 5, 2008) –  Sutherland's State and Local Tax (SALT) Practice has launched a monthly column called a “A Pinch of SALT,” which is published in State Tax Notes and focuses on important new state tax developments.

“We are excited about this column,” said Partner Jeff Friedman of Sutherland’s SALT Practice.  “State taxation is constantly changing and debated, and we are eager to share our insights on state tax policy and legal developments.”

Sutherland’s SALT Practice is a significant component of the firm’s nationally recognized tax practice.  For years, Sutherland SALT attorneys have provided extensive advice to clients about state tax litigation, planning and policy.

About State Tax Notes
State Tax Notes is a weekly magazine published by Tax Analysts, the non-profit provider of tax news and analysis at the state, federal and international levels. 

About Sutherland
Sutherland is a law firm with global reach known for solving challenging business problems and resolving unique legal issues for many of the world’s largest companies. Founded in 1924, the firm has grown to approximately 500 lawyers handling matters in every part of the world. Seven major practice areas — corporate, energy and environmental, financial services, intellectual property, litigation, real estate and tax — provide the framework that contains an extensive range of specialty areas, allowing its lawyers to serve a diverse client base that includes a number of Fortune 500 companies.