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Tax - UK

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Skadden focuses on advising clients on the tax elements of public M&A, especially those deals involving US tax issues. The team also works with clients on private equity deals and is highly proficient in cross-border transactions thanks to its established global network of offices. The tax team is experienced in acting for clients within the real estate, finance and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Skadden advised SDCL Edge Acquisition Corporation on the tax aspects of its USD736 million business combination with Cunova.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Anderson
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James Anderson
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Band 1
James Anderson is head of Skadden's European tax team. He is a highly respected practitioner known for his deft advice on transactional tax issues. He is able to assist on cross-border matters, especially those involving US elements.

He is very robust and a well-established tax partner. He runs his matters very efficiently, and he himself is technically excellent and good at analysing matters.

James is the best in the market.

He is a phenomenal lawyer - he is very practical and pragmatic, and he has a good risk-based approach to things.

He is creative, hard-working, very experienced and always available - the whole package.

Patrick O'Gara
3
Patrick O'Gara
3
Band 3
Patrick O'Gara has a split practice and offers tax advisory expertise alongside his disputes work. He is recognised for knowledge of Diverted Profits Tax.

Patrick is technically strong, has a good knowledge of our business and is proactive at helping find solutions in our dealings with HMRC.

Ranked Lawyers at
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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James Anderson
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James Anderson
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Band 1
Patrick O'Gara
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Patrick O'Gara
4
Band 4
Tax: Contentious

Patrick O'Gara
3
Patrick O'Gara
3
Band 3