Tax
Global Guide 2024 : UK
Band 2
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Allen & Overy has a strong reputation across a broad range of corporate tax work including matters relating to M&A, capital markets and real estate. The team is renowned for its work with both banks and corporations on domestic and cross-border matters. Its large international network allows the team to service clients at a global level.
Work Highlights
- Allen & Overy advised United Overseas Bank on its acquisition of Citigroup’s consumer banking businesses in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We worked with a broad team from A&O Tax which included partner, associate and trainee-level members. We felt that each member of the team was impressive in their knowledge of tax and their ability to advise us."
"The tax team responded to emails and requests for calls in a very timely fashion. I never felt concerned that I wouldn't be able to reach someone or they wouldn't respond in good time. Service levels were outstanding."
"The A&O team are cost-conscious and provide outstanding value for money"
"We worked with a broad team from A&O Tax which included partner, associate and trainee-level members. We felt that each member of the team was impressive in their knowledge of tax and their ability to advise us."
"The tax team responded to emails and requests for calls in a very timely fashion. I never felt concerned that I wouldn't be able to reach someone or they wouldn't respond in good time. Service levels were outstanding."
"The A&O team are cost-conscious and provide outstanding value for money"
Notable Practitioners
Lydia Challen has a strong tax practice that sees her advising clients in the financial services sector on a range of challenging transactions. She regularly works with banks, insurance companies and investment managers.
"Lydia's service was outstanding. She helped explain terms with clarity and useful examples."
James Burton is recognised for his work on corporate and real estate-related tax issues. He works for clients including investors and investment funds on issues such as real estate acquisitions.
"James is clearly a highly sophisticated, experienced and commercial tax adviser."
"James has an excellent ability to provide concise, commercially relevant advice in respect of complex matters."
"He is a beacon of clarity, in-depth knowledge and common sense."
Charles Yorke frequently works for large clients in the banking sector on financing transactions. In addition to his deal work, Yorke also assists clients facing investigation by HMRC.
"We rate Charles extremely highly. He is at the top end and a trusted adviser to the business."
"Charles was very engaging. He provides informative answers and solutions and he's a pleasure to work with."
Christopher Harrison is head of Allen & Overy's UK tax practice. He is well known for handling the tax aspects of corporate restructuring, refinancing and acquisitions. His clients include large multinational banks and asset managers.
Simon Letherman has a broad practice that includes advising on major M&A and corporate restructuring work, often with cross-border elements.
"Simon is an astute lawyer and he works hard and solves problems."
"He is very strong technically and has excellent commercial awareness across the negotiation parts of an M&A deal."
Ranked Lawyers at
A&O Shearman
UK