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James Anderson

James Anderson

Global 2026

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James Anderson is head of Skadden’s European tax practice.

Mr. Anderson is highly experienced in private capital arrangements, with a particular focus on the establishment and ongoing operations of asset management structures; portfolio investments in liquid markets, infrastructure, real estate and technology; and compensation for fund principals.

He also counsels on the full range of public capital markets transactions, including IPOs; issuances of equity-linked and other hybrid instruments; securitisations; structured investment vehicles; and other structured debt offerings. He has advised the governments of various international finance centres on new corporate and tax laws. Recently, his practice has focused on new intersections between private capital, impact capital and technology, particularly in the energy sector and the high-frequency, algorithmic and augmented intelligence trading sectors.

Professional Memberships

Law Society of England & Wales

Law Society of Ireland

IFA (British Branch) Committee International Tax Planning Association

International Bar Association

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Tax - UK

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

James Anderson is the 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.

Strengths

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  • James is a very experienced advisor and demonstrates a lot of intellectual rigor. He is very technical, but understands our business very well.

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