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DLA Piper LLP

Tax

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DLA Piper LLP

Rankings

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Tax - The Regions

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a highly respected team providing first-class tax advice on private equity transactions. The firm offers a thriving cross-border practice, which frequently advises on UK inward investment from the USA. The team is noted for its work on taxes associated with commercial property, and lawyers are frequently instructed to assist with corporate reorganisations.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper provided multinational tax structuring advice to Oval Gymkhana Holdco in relation to a corporate real estate acquisition.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper Sheffield has an excellent and accessible team with deep expertise in the area. They simplify complex jargon and clearly outline the steps we need to take.

    Tax respondentUK
  • They demonstrate strong technical knowledge and experience in dealing with UK tax and National Insurance authorities.

    Tax respondentUK
  • The team at DLA Piper Leeds stand out for their technical expertise and their ability to connect tax issues with broader HMRC considerations. They offer quick turnaround times to meet business needs.

    Tax respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1David Thompson
    Band 1David Thompson

    David Thompson

    David Thompson is an established practitioner who regularly advises on tax aspects of transactions. His clients include public sector bodies, international corporations and joint venture consortiums.

    • He is a very good and prominent tax lawyer.

      Tax respondentUK
    • David is a competent and strong practitioner.

      Tax respondentUK
    • David Thompson is a highly respected lawyer.

      Tax respondentUK
  • Band 1Mark Burgess
    Band 1Mark Burgess

    Mark Burgess

    Mark Burgess is a leading tax practitioner who works with clients such as private companies and public sector bodies. He handles the full spectrum of corporate and real estate tax matters.

    • Mark is very pleasant and technically solid.

      Tax respondentUK
    • Mark Burgess stands out for offering excellent client service.

      Tax respondentUK
  • Associates to watchNick Hinton
    Associates to watchNick Hinton

    Nick Hinton

    Nick Hinton is an expert tax practitioner who is regularly sought by private and public clients to advise on a broad array of tax matters with a particular focus on corporate disposals and acquisitions. He is very adept at handling matters involving cross-border elements.

    • Nick Hinton is highly capable and perceptive. He is particularly skilled in navigating tax matters within M&A transactions, negotiating terms and returning with a well-structured position.

      Tax respondentUK

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