KPMG Law in Australia's tax team has 'deep knowledge and experience' in handling tax disputes. The group is very experienced in acting for domestic and international clients in the financial services sector in proceedings involving the ATO. Cross-border financing matters are another core area of instruction for the group. The practice is jointly led by the trio of Alexandra PatrickKristie Schubert and the 'exceptional operator' Keith Swan. Louise Giorgini is another name to note. Luke Imbriano departed for Corrs Chambers Westgarth in August 2024.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Strong technical ability. Well resourced and good communication.’

  • ‘Keith Swan is an exceptional operator with strong technical knowledge, and he is a great communicator.’

  • ‘Keith Swan is excellent. He manages engagements effectively, his work is thorough and well-reasoned, and he has good judgement.’

  • ‘They have a great working relationship which makes working with them a fantastic collaborative effort.’

  • ‘KPMG Law's tax dispute resolution and controversy team has a practical and commercially-oriented approach.’

  • ‘Keith Swan leads a proactive team who look for practical solutions to technical issues.'

  • ‘The team has deep knowledge and experience when it comes to managing tax disputes with the ATO.’

  • ‘Keith Swan is a very sharp and intelligent practitioner. He combines with this a real approachability and an ability to build rapport with clients.’

Key clients

  • Hannover Life Re of Australasia Ltd
  • Morpheus Energy Holdings Pty Limited

Work highlights

  • Representing a client in a complex tax dispute.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alex Patrick, Keith Swan, Kristie Schubert

Other key lawyers

Louise Giorgini