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Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Tax: Hong Kong- based (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Rankings

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Tax: Hong Kong- based (International Firms) - China

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher is an accomplished team with a strong track record in tax dispute work. It is frequently engaged by Hong Kong-based corporations, financial institutions and regional enterprises on contentious tax matters, and especially skilled in high-stakes inquiries, investigations and appeals. The practice is also equipped to advise on tax issues arising from trusts and estates, acting for high net worth individuals and family offices.

Work Highlights

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  • Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher assisted a non-profit organisation advocating for LGBT+ rights with the incorporation of a company limited by guarantee and the relevant accounting and reporting obligations, as well as the application for tax exemption status.

Strengths

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  • Gibson Dunn has fantastic litigators.

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  • The team is very thorough and gives good support to counsel.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Elaine Chen
    Band 1Elaine Chen

    Elaine Chen

    Elaine Chen stands out for her experience in tax litigation. Noted for her deft handling of high-stakes disputes concerning sources of profits and capital gains in transactions, she continues to attract many instructions from listed companies.

    • She is thorough, hard-working and constructively critical of counsel, while being very easy to work with.

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    • She is very well versed in the controversy. One thing that stands out is her understanding and explanation of the cases.

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  • Band 3Brian W Gilchrist
    Band 3Brian W Gilchrist

    Brian W Gilchrist

    Brian Gilchrist draws on his wealth of experience in dispute resolution to serve a host of clients. He is held in high esteem for his expertise in commercial disputes ranging from shareholder disagreements to tax disputes, with additional strengths in acting for high net worth individuals.

Ranked Individuals at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP (2)

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