Tax
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 3
About
Provided by Baker McKenzie
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Chambers Review
The tax team is able to utilise Baker McKenzie's worldwide footprint to advise on high-value matters for global corporations. It has a proven track record in a wide range of corporate tax matters including M&A, restructurings and joint ventures. Also adept at advising on transfer pricing concerns as well as indirect tax. Broad sector expertise including finance, technology and media.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie provided tax advice to Colt Technology in relation to its proposed acquisition of the EMEA business of Lumen Technologies for USD1.8 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team has excellent technical skills and good attention to detail, and they're very proactive in finding the best solutions."
"The team I have worked with have a good range of skills to support the issues I work with them on."
"The team has excellent technical skills and good attention to detail, and they're very proactive in finding the best solutions."
"The team I have worked with have a good range of skills to support the issues I work with them on."
Notable Practitioners
Alex Chadwick is chief executive of Baker McKenzie EMEA. He has deep corporate tax expertise and stands out for his advice on M&A.
David Jamieson is well respected for his deep experience with VAT issues. His market standing is demonstrated by his impressive client base, which includes household-name companies.
"David is an excellent adviser who is calm and professional."
Jessica Eden has experience guiding clients through transfer pricing and Diverted Profits Tax litigation. She also has noted expertise in unallowable purpose inquiries.
"Jess is great to work with. She's very knowledgeable, proactive and well respected by HMRC."
Patrick O'Gara advises household-name clients on complex tax planning matters. He also regularly advises those clients on the tax aspects of transactions and on tax disputes.
"He is exceptionally good. He is technically as knowledgeable as anyone on tax issues and he is very creative."
"Patrick is technically strong, understands our business well and is proactive in finding solutions."