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DLA Piper LLP

Tax

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DLA Piper LLP

Rankings

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Tax - Denmark

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper offers a notable tax department with strength in both direct and indirect tax. In addition to VAT matters, the international law firm advises on the tax aspects of real estate and corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures and investments, as well as the establishing of venture funds. The lawyers also have experience in contentious withholding tax mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper advised Infravia Capital on the tax elements of its acquisition of a majority stake in Copenhagen Optimization.

Strengths

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  • The team has the necessary experience and the right skills.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • The lawyers are able to understand the business and thereby stay one step ahead and provide proactive advice on an ongoing basis.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • Its lawyers are very strong technically and very experienced, making them super advisers.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • DLA Piper offers responsiveness and expertise.

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  • The lawyers handle large, complex matters to perfection and truly work as a team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Jakob Schilder-Knudsen
    Band 3Jakob Schilder-Knudsen

    Jakob Schilder-Knudsen

    Jakob Schilder-Knudsen advises clients on VAT issues and the tax consequences of transactions, including real estate deals. He also represents clients in withholding tax disputes.

    • He has an extraordinary ability to simplify complex, multi-jurisdictional matters into clear, actionable strategies.

      Tax respondentEurope
    • He is an extremely bright and commercially-minded adviser who always puts his clients' needs and priorities first.

      Tax respondentEurope
    • Jakob Schilder-Knudsen's level of engagement goes beyond what can be expected.

      Tax respondentEurope
  • Band 4Mario Fernandez
    Band 4Mario Fernandez

    Mario Fernandez

    Mario Fernandez is recognised for his knowledge in indirect tax mandates. He advises on the tax aspects of M&A and real estate transactions, and often assists with VAT issues.

    • Mario is the best VAT lawyer in Copenhagen.

      Tax respondentEurope

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