Tax

Mayer Brown advises on a wide range of tax matters, most notably on the tax elements of private equity transactions as well as on tax audit, tax controversy and corporate taxation matters. The team forms part of a large international network and is therefore well placed to advise on matters involving multiple jurisdictions. The law firm represents market-leading clients in the private equity space as well as listed French companies and international corporations.

"The Mayer Brown lawyers have experience and we realised they are people who are skilled, reactive dealmakers and it is pleasant to work with them because they perform well on the subjects. When there are urgencies, the team is always available and works in a super fluid way. The lawyers have emotional intelligence."

"Mayer Brown has great depth of skills, both technically and in its understanding of complex situations. It is very proactive with a strong ability to provide very clear feedback and very relevant solutions to complex and sophisticated matters."

"As soon as it gets a bit complex in terms of tax, the team has a 360-degree vision and it understands the tax issues. The team is stable. Lots of people have been there for a long time, which is important for us because it creates a long-lasting relationship and gives it useful reflexes and a relationship of trust."

Mayer Brown advised CVC Capital Partners on the tax structuring of the sale of April to KKR.

Benjamin Homo is experienced assisting clients, notably from the private equity sector, with acquisitions, joint ventures and tax audits. "Benjamin Homo is really good from a technical standpoint."

Laurent Borey is a highly regarded figure in the tax market, frequently advising on the tax aspects of restructurings, transactions and debt refinancings. "Laurent Borey is on point in all subjects. He is reactive and makes himself available." "Laurent Borey is an outstanding technician." "I go to him for our very difficult stuff." "Laurent Borey has the fundamental technical skill and a strong level of engagement, and is extremely available. I also appreciate his ability to go above and beyond tax law. He can anticipate the issues."

Christopher Lalloz acts for clients on a breadth of tax matters, including transactional and contentious work that notably covers tax audits and reassessments. "Christopher Lalloz is a highly seasoned professional with very strong technical and interpersonal skills. He has demonstrated the ability to help us successfully solve complex matters and business deals." "Christopher Lalloz is very pragmatic, responsive and sensible."