Tax
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 3
Contact number
+61 2 8277 4422Chambers Review
White & Case's tax team is well-versed in advising on the tax elements of large M&A, particularly in the energy and infrastructure arenas. The team is capable of drawing on its impressive international network to provide holistic tax advice on cross-border transactions. The firm also handles a range of tax controversy and audit matters. In addition, the tax team assist across regulatory compliance, tax planning and structuring. Key clients of the firm include AusNet Services, Transurban and NorthConnex.
Work Highlights
- White & Case acted as the legal taxation counsel to the Sydney Transport Partners consortium on its acquisition of the remaining 49% equity stake in WestConnex.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The tax team is very experienced and has the breadth of skills required to handle all types of tax issues. The advice is very practical and commercial."
"White & Case clearly recruit for attitude, acumen and technical ability. The three together are a winning combination."
"The tax team is very experienced and has the breadth of skills required to handle all types of tax issues. The advice is very practical and commercial."
"White & Case clearly recruit for attitude, acumen and technical ability. The three together are a winning combination."
Notable Practitioners
Aldrin De Zilva of White & Case LLP in Melbourne has practised in the tax space for over 25 years and maintains an impressively broad practice, conducted on behalf of both domestic and international clients and ranging from advice on the taxation aspects of large-scale transactions to representation - conducted up to High Court level - in tax-related litigation.
"Aldrin is a deeply experienced and capable tax professional. He can provide advice that is not only technical but also considers the broader commercial and practical aspects. He is able to think out of the box and provide solutions that are not immediately apparent."