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Baker McKenzie

Tax

Global Guide 2026 : United Arab Emirates

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Baker McKenzie

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Tax - United Arab Emirates

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie fields a well-established tax practice from its Dubai office, with a deep knowledge of the UAE market. The firm is well equipped to handle the full range of tax matters, including VAT and customs duties mandates. Its lawyers regularly act on tax issues stemming from M&A transactions, representing several clients from the energy, technology and financial services industries.
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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie assisted the Gulf Data Hub Group with the tax aspects of its sale of a large stake to KKR through an auction process.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie has a reputation for building strong, long-term relationships with its clients. It focuses on understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions.

    Tax respondentGlobal

  • I would very strongly recommend the firm as being able to handle technical matters.

    Tax respondentGlobal

  • The team consists exclusively of highly experienced senior members, each with a strong track record in their respective fields.

    Tax respondentGlobal

  • The firm ensures questions are answered very quickly and the work is turned around efficiently.

    Tax respondentGlobal

  • Baker McKenzie's combination of global reach, diverse expertise, and innovative approach positions it well to handle complex and sophisticated legal tax matters effectively.

    Tax respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Tina Hsieh
    Tina Hsieh

    Tina Hsieh

    Tina Hsieh is noted for her work advising on various tax-related matters, ranging from the tax requirements for new financial services products to VAT and transfer pricing concerns. She heads Baker McKenzie's tax practice group in Dubai.

    • Tina consistently delivers exceptional expertise and strategic insights, helping us navigate complex tax landscapes with ease.

      Tax respondentGlobal

    • She is extremely personable, has a natural ability to connect with you on a human level, gets to know the business first and directs you in what you should be looking at.

      Tax respondentGlobal
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  • Ben Phillips
    Ben Phillips

    Ben Phillips

    Counsel Ben Phillips is notable lawyer assisting with some of the firm's key transactions within this field, including VAT and tax restructuring and structuring matters. He leads the firm's corporate tax practice.

    • Ben Phillips provides prompt replies to questions and has good knowledge and commercial understanding.

      Tax respondentGlobal

    • His responsiveness and availability is appreciated. He flags issues and shows awareness and keen attention to detail. The advice we have gotten from him has been very valuable.

      Tax respondentGlobal
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