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Tax - Australia

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What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie acts for domestic businesses and global corporations on the tax and duty elements of corporate and financial transactions. The law firm also advises on tax strategy and offers impressive global reach for multi-jurisdictional mandates. The technical expertise of the firm spans income tax, stamp duty, land tax, GST and employment-related taxes. The team also possesses expertise in transfer pricing and wealth management. It is well placed to resolve disputes, with extensive experience defending proceedings initiated by the Australian Taxation Office. It is active in advising clients on the tax implications of inbound investments and acquisitions.

Work Highlights

  • Baker McKenzie advised Delta Electricity on the tax aspects of financing its operations, including Vales Point coal-fired power station, with offshore financiers.

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Notable Practitioners

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Simone Bridges
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Band 5

Simone Bridges leads Baker McKenzie's tax practice, providing advice on a range of contentious and non-contentious corporate tax matters, including mergers and acquisitions, as well as indirect tax advice for the firm's network of multinational clients.

Her technical expertise and ability to synthesise highly technical matters into digestible discussions relevant to our business are exceptional.

Simone not only delivers outstanding results but also ensures the entire process is smooth, efficient and occasionally fun.

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Simone Bridges
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