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Tom Harrold is a recognized expert in assisting foreign and domestic companies who locate manufacturing and distribution facilities in the southeastern United States. He has been particularly successful helping these companies obtain beneficial tax exemptions and governmental incentives, in addition to handling all aspects of the site selection process. He has advised business operations and joint ventures in Europe, Asia, South and Central America, utilizing the World Law Group network of 51 law firms in 39 countries. Mr. Harrold represents clients from Germany, the United Kingdom, the Republic of China on Taiwan, Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, Italy, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, and Switzerland advising them on the many legal issues that arise when a company from overseas conducts business in the United States and vice versa. Practice Groups International Tax Matters Bonds & Tax Incentives Government Relations Education J.D., University of Georgia School of Law, 1969 B.A., Columbia University, 1966 Professional Memberships Business Executives for National Security, Member Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors Georgia Department of Revenue, Deputy Revenue Commissioner, 1976-1978 German-American Chamber of Commerce, Secretary International Bar Association Japan-American Society, Board of Directors World Law Group, Former President Publications Co-Author, "Starting and Operating a Business in Georgia," Oasis Press, 1988 Other Professional Accomplishments In May 2005, Mr. Harrold received the Kemmler Award which is the highest honor bestowed by the World Law Group and its more than 10,000 lawyers. | 