Tax

Bell Gully has a respected legal team of seasoned tax specialists, distinguished for its track record advising corporate clients on the tax aspects of M&A transactions. It is also highly adept in contentious matters, including tax avoidance cases, Inland Revenue Department audits and transfer pricing disputes. The team provides considerable expertise in the areas of GST and excise duty, alongside tax matters in the property space. Its extensive private client practice includes advice on immigration matters, and it acts for local and international clients in such sectors as real estate, finance, energy and insurance. Notable clients include PwC, Uber and Blackstone Singapore.

"Bell Gully combines strong commercial understanding of complex matters with technical expertise to achieve desired outcomes for clients."

"Bell Gully provides a premium service which is evidenced by the fact that the firm consistently provides high-quality advice with quick turnaround times."

Bell Gully advised Vodafone New Zealand on the sale of its passive mobile tower business via the establishment of a new company, transfer of Vodafone's tower assets to it and sale of its shares.

Mathew McKay is based in the Auckland office, where he handles the tax aspects of a wide range of matters including refinancing, transactions and restructuring. He is particularly well regarded for tax disputes. "Mathew is an experienced partner who is an excellent operator." "Mathew is a market leader with some great clients."

Graham Murray is noted for his experience acting on the tax aspects of M&A transactions and corporate restructurings. "Graham Murray is excellent to work with and a good operator."

Willy Sussman is an Auckland-based partner, recognised for his expertise in indirect tax as well as his private individuals tax practice.

Campbell Pentney is a special counsel in Bell Gully's Auckland office, where he frequently assists on matters relating to GST, income tax and property tax.