Department profile
Stibbe

Tax

Europe Guide 2026 : Luxembourg


Stibbe

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About

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Across the Benelux, our full-service tax groups provide pragmatic and effective advice on some of the most challenging, high-profile cases.

Within the many areas in which we specialize, we advise on many domestic and international matters such as mergers and acquisitions, private equity, finance structures, capital markets, securitisations, EU law and tax treaties, public private partnerships, project finance, restructurings and real estate.

An essential part of our approach is to collaborate with colleagues from other practice areas to provide coordinated tax advice. When combined with the wealth of international experience present in every office, we provide a truly integrated global tax capability.

Industries (15)

  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Insurance
  • Media
  • Mining & Metals
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications

Chambers Review

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Tax - Luxembourg

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Stibbe's department in Luxembourg offers deep transactional taxation expertise, with its team advising clients on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, fund formations, capital markets transactions and real estate investments. The practice also offers skill in tax litigation and VAT issues. Stibbe's clients include investment groups and corporate entities.

Work Highlights

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  • Stibbe advised Essendi on the tax structuring elements of the global refinancing of its existing debt portfolio.

Strengths

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  • They are friendly, approachable and very comfortable with all kinds of solutions. I really appreciate their approachability and customer service. They care and understand.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • Stibbe has great knowledge of the legal environment in Luxembourg. The team is extremely attentive to detail and responsive.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • Stibbe provides a high level of responsiveness. The team is also always hands-on, flexible and highly sophisticated where needed.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • The team is super responsive, precise and detailed on the matters at hand. It understands my needs quickly and provides clear, detailed legal opinions.

    Tax respondentEurope
  • The Stibbe tax department provided us with a combination of excellent tax advice and a practical understanding of the transaction.

    Tax respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Johan Léonard
    Band 4Johan Léonard

    Johan Léonard

    Johan Léonard advises clients on the tax aspects of transactions, corporate reorganisations and fund formations.

    • Johan is a brilliant lawyer who is very responsive and competent. His assistance has been excellent.

      Tax respondentEurope
    • Johan Léonard is an excellent practitioner who is very reactive and a pleasure to work with.

      Tax respondentEurope
    • Johan Léonard is my go-to lawyer in Luxembourg. He is my choice for very complex issues.

      Tax respondentEurope
    • Johan Léonard stands out for his deep expertise in Luxembourg tax law and his strategic approach to complex matters. He combines technical precision with commercial awareness.

      Tax respondentEurope
    • His responsiveness and ability to simplify complex issues distinguish him from other lawyers.

      Tax respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Stibbe (1)

Luxembourg

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