Tax - New Zealand
What the Team is Known For
PwC Legal advises clients including corporates and managed funds on tax disputes, tax structuring and corporate transactions.
Strengths
"PwC Legal understand our business and issues very well, and are proactive in keeping us updated on current tax developments."
"The team was able to give commercially feasible tax advice on some uncertain areas of New Zealand tax administration."
Work Highlights
PwC Legal advised Ockham, a developer of residential apartments, on the tax aspects of its development projects, which included multiparty investment structures and applying to Inland Revenue for a binding ruling in relation to said structures.
Notable Practitioners
Helen Johnson leads the PwC tax practice in New Zealand. She advises clients on issues such as property transactions, regulatory compliance and the tax aspects of M&A transactions, among others. "Helen Johnson has strong technical competencies and is very approachable. The level of service we receive is excellent." "She is an excellent tax adviser with an engaging style, deep policy connections and an understanding of bringing a differentiated service."
