Tax
UK Guide 2025 : London (Firms)
Band 3
Contact number
+1 212 903 9000Chambers Review
Linklaters is held in high regard for its capable handling of high-profile corporate transactions both in the UK and internationally. The tax team has a breadth of experience and knowledge covering areas such as M&A, financing and restructuring. Clients hail from a broad range of sectors including finance and energy.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters advised CK Hutchison, the owner of Three Mobile, in relation to the £15 billion merger between Three and Vodafone.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Wherever you have a Linklaters-branded offering it is of the highest quality."
"The team are thoughtful, practical and commercially sensible."
"The team ensure that they have a strong understanding of the commercial background and facts in order to ensure a good analysis."
"Wherever you have a Linklaters-branded offering it is of the highest quality."
"The team are thoughtful, practical and commercially sensible."
"The team ensure that they have a strong understanding of the commercial background and facts in order to ensure a good analysis."
Notable Practitioners
Lynne Walkington advises on tax issues relating to M&A, corporate restructuring and capital market deals. Her client base includes insurance companies, professional services firms and investment funds.
"Lynne is extremely responsive and solution-focused."
Chris Smale is a corporate tax expert who advises clients on a range of matters including M&A, finance transactions and restructurings.
"Chris provides practical and technically robust tax advice. He understands our needs and delivers effective legal solutions."
Alexei Franks has a broad practice that sees him advising on real estate matters, M&A and joint ventures.
"Alexei is a very strong and good adviser. He is very proactive and very technical too."
"Alexei is practical, helpful and clear - he's superb."