Sonia Gilbert > Clifford Chance LLP > London, England > Lawyer Profile

Clifford Chance LLP‘s group is highly regarded by its portfolio of renowned clients for its ‘collaborative and business-centred approach’. It is well-placed to provide advice to regulated companies regarding sensitive and complex remuneration issues spanning corporate governance matters, reputational damage prevention, changes on the board of executives, and malus and clawback issues. The team is also equipped to advise on incentive plans and multi-jurisdictional employee share plans. ‘Outstanding partner’ Sonia Gilbert heads up the practice and is experienced in handling incentive arrangements, remuneration and employment tax matters. Andrew Patterson is also a key practitioner with broad expertise in financial services work, while David Baxter is noted for his capabilities advising on the design and implementation of incentive plans in both domestic and international contexts.

Clifford Chance LLP provides a full service tax offering, with coverage of tax issues relating to M&A, real estate, and funds, among other areas. Chris Davies leads the team, and is a highly regarded expert in tax matters relating to securitisation and structured finance. Highly experienced practitioner David Harkness advises on the full scope of domestic and international tax matters, while David Saleh leads on real estate tax and indirect tax. Sonia Gilbert heads the tax, pensions, employment and incentives group. Also key to the team are Richard Kalaher, who handles cross-border M&A and private fund formation, Laura Underhill, a specialist in investment funds, and Nicola Hemsley, whose practice covers a range of corporate transactions, including M&A and joint ventures.