Chambers Review
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Tax - Kenya
What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM) houses a solid tax department that advises clients on a wide range of matters. It is well placed to offer strategic tax-planning advice relating to the introduction of new legislation or initiatives, as well as counselling on day-to-day tax compliance. Its lawyers offer additional expertise in connection with tax controversy and litigation, with frequent roles representing clients in tax appeals.
Strengths
DLA Piper is timely in providing information and swift in taking necessary actions.
They prepare detailed and thorough documentation for the matter at hand and the team is equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge and experience.
Work Highlights
DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM) represented Absa Bank in a High Court challenge to a ruling from the Tax Appeals Tribunal concerning a sum of approximately USD8.9 million in interchange and assessment fees.
Notable practitioners
Caleb Langat is experienced representing clients in local and cross-border tax disputes concerning issues such as VAT, capital gains tax, double taxation and corporate income tax. His large portfolio of clients includes oil and gas companies as well as significant local financial institutions.
Caleb is very clear on the technical requirements and the support needed to help a client's case.