Tax
Praised by clients for its ‘exceptionally sharp, well-rounded team, which provides full advisory services’, the tax practice at Ashurst is a popular choice among corporate multinationals seeking advice on a range of matters. The team has particular strength advising on the tax aspects of projects and M&A. Costa Koutsis leads the team and ‘provides an exceptional and pragmatic service’, with notable expertise in indirect tax. Vivian Chang is skilled in corporate and financial services transactions, while Sanjay Wavde provides the team with M&A, international tax and funds management expertise. Steve Whittington has real estate, infrastructure and funds expertise, and Melbourne-based partner Ian Kellock is a key name for transactional work. Bronwyn Kirkwood is also a key member of the Melbourne office. Geoff Mann departed in January 2023. All lawyers mentioned are based in Sydney unless stated otherwise.
Testimonials
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‘Highly skilled technical professionals with understanding of market practice.’
‘Costa Koutsis provides exceptional and pragmatic service. Costa is a trusted tax and business advisor. His advice is always considered and practical which makes achieving commercial outcomes easier.’
Key clients
- Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ)
- Macquarie
Work highlights
- Advising Australia and New Zealand Banking Group on the tax aspects of its acquisition of 100% of Suncorp Bank from Suncorp Group, via the acquisition of 100% of the shares in SBGH.
- Advised Mirvac in relation to the proposed replacement of AMP Capital Investors (AMPCI) as trustee of AMP Capital Wholesale Office Fund (AWOF).