William M. Backstrom, Jr., a partner in the firm's Tax & Estates Practice Group in the New Orleans office, was featured in the "State Tax Spotlight," published in State Tax Today and State Tax Notes by Tax Analysts, a leading provider of tax news and analysis for the global community. The "State Tax Spotlight" is a new feature that provides a close-up view of a person or organization influential in the state and local tax world. Mr. Backstrom is the second person to be featured. This month's article highlighting Mr. Backstrom discusses the experiences and decisions that have shaped his career as a state and local tax practitioner and the lifelong friendships he has formed by being a part of the state and local tax community. The article also includes quotes from colleagues, firm clients and the executive counsel for the Louisiana Department of Revenue.