Tax - New Zealand
What the team is known for
EY Law, the legal arm of the major global accounting firm, is particularly well placed to assist clients on tax controversy matters. It also provides advice in relation to tax structuring, tax mitigation, tax corporate governance and tax transparency. The team frequently acts for domestic and multinational corporate clients.
Strengths
"They have a high level of commercial experience and know what approaches should be taken to get the best results in the most efficient and effective manner."
Work highlights
EY Law represented Anderson & O’Leary at the Court of Appeal in a matter concerning the Accident Compensation Corporation's classification of the client's business and applicable levies.
Notable practitioners
Tori Sullivan is a partner at EY Law's Auckland office, where she heads the tax controversy practice. She maintains a broad tax practice, advising across transactions, audits and disputes. "Tori is an exceptional lawyer and leader."