Tax: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 2
Contact number
+8610 8520 0600Chambers Review
DLA Piper LLP comes recommended for its corporate tax expertise, advising on transfer pricing, tax compliance and stamp duty arising from significant M&A and restructurings. The team assists major companies on regional and global tax structuring via its international network of offices. It represents international businesses and large PRC companies from a range of sectors, including the technology, consumer goods, manufacturing and financial service industries. The firm is also equipped to handle complex tax disputes, regularly advising on tax audit defence and various tax claims. Its tax advisory services also include personal tax planning and private wealth management. It is particularly adept at dealing with cross-border mandates between the PRC and the USA.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They understand what we as a business are looking for. They clearly understand our sector."
"They have a strong network for advising on legal and tax matters. They can provide practical solutions and advice."
"They understand what we as a business are looking for. They clearly understand our sector."
"They have a strong network for advising on legal and tax matters. They can provide practical solutions and advice."
Notable Practitioners
Anderson Lam has considerable experience handling tax advisory and contentious matters, particularly in relation to those arising from corporate restructurings and audits. He counts a number of US-listed entities among his clients.
"Anderson is a rock star for various tax controversy matters with the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department. He is extremely detail-oriented, and extremely responsive."
"Anderson is a strong, highly skilled tax lawyer in Hong Kong."
Windson Li offering expertise in transfer pricing as well as tax structuring and planning matters. He serves as a key adviser to international clients from various industries including pharmaceuticals, technology and manufacturing. The Beijing-based partner co-leads the firm's Asia tax department.
"Windson Li is a highly skilled tax lawyer. He is trustworthy and excellent in his client communication. He is able to convert complex work into smart advice."
"Windson is a very professional adviser, and has always been easily accessible. His advice is well detailed and very reliable."