Tax
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 3
Contact number
+61.3.9205.2000Chambers Review
K&L Gates maintains a predominantly transaction-focused tax practice which covers both direct and indirect taxation. The law firm acts for a range of clients from investment funds and multinational corporates to high net worth individuals. It offers additional capabilities in handling tax disputes and is valued for its international network and ability to advise on the taxation implications of cross-border transactions.
Work Highlights
- K&L Gates advised Panthera Leo in relation to the establishment of a reverse mortgage pooled debt fund which will raise capital from investors to acquire an existing loan book and facilitate the origination of further loans to develop a loan book in excess of AUD100 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"K&L Gates offer technical expertise and they are at the forefront of industry issues."
"K&L Gates offer technical expertise and they are at the forefront of industry issues."
Notable Practitioners
Betsy-Ann Howe regularly advises clients on the tax elements of such corporate matters as notes issuances, divestments and acquisitions, funds and investments. She is based in Sydney.
Matthew Cridland is based in Sydney and is widely acknowledged in the market for his eminence both as a practitioner in, and as a leading commentator on, GST-related matters. He is also regularly instructed on a range of front-end indirect tax issues, as well as audits and disputes.
"As part of the deal team, Matthew provided invaluable tax advice."