Global Guide 2026 : UK
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Pinsent Masons has a strong team that advises a number of large international clients on their disputes with HMRC. The firm has deep expertise in domestic and international tax legislation and is regarded highly for its ability to discreetly resolve conflicts before trial. Its lawyers frequently handle matters for clients within the financial, retail, energy and technology industries.
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Pinsent Masons represented Centrica Overseas Holdings in the Supreme Court. The case concerned the tax deductibility of expenses of management.
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The team are proactive and commercial. Their skills go beyond immediate legal advice and they look to support with wider stakeholder management and engagement.
Pinsent Masons are very responsive and very supportive in terms of requests for assistance.
The team bring a detailed yet commercial understanding of tax risk together with vast experience in devising strategies to obtain the best possible outcome.
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Jake Landman is Pinsent Masons' head of tax disputes and investigations. He works with corporate clients on disputes with tax authorities. His recent work includes advice on both direct and indirect tax litigation.
Jake is generally very good all-rounder on tax and provides very good client service.
Eloise Walker is global head of corporate tax at Pinsent Masons. She is recognised for her extensive experience advising on the tax aspects of restructuring and M&A. She also regularly assists clients with securitisations and other capital markets transactions.
Eloise is best-in-class. She leads by example and is technically excellent, and her tax team reflect the highest professional and technical standards.
Eloise combines excellent technical knowledge across many tax areas with an ability to simplify issues. She has excellent client service standards.
Eloise is clear in her delivery, thinks outside the box where relevant and provides optimal solutions to challenging questions.
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