Tax
Appreciated for its ‘deep intellectual knowledge’, the tax practice at Allens is frequently instructed on large cross-border M&A transactions and significant tax litigation before the Federal and High Courts of Australia. In particular, the practice has expertise in disputes between taxpayers and the ATO on transfer pricing and avoidance. Martin Fry leads the team from Melbourne and is a key advisor to clients within the mining and oil and gas sectors. Also in Melbourne, Toby Knight is active in representing clients in tax disputes with the ATO. In Sydney, Craig Milner handles transactions and projects for clients in the funds, real estate, finance and energy sectors; Joseph Power is a stamp duty expert; Ellen Thomas is well versed in advising on the tax aspects of M&A, finance transactions and audits; and Jay Prasad is also a notable member of the team.
Testimonials
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‘The Allens Tax Team brings deep intellectual knowledge and thinking in the advice they provide us. They provide excellent advice in the drafting of contractual arrangements to reflect the tax advice. In mergers and acquisitions, they excel at negotiating and advocating on our behalf. The quality of the Allens Tax Team is exceptional.’
‘Joseph Power has deep intellectual knowledge in all areas of taxation, including state taxes. He is innovative in his solutions and he is a genuine "tax lawyer" as he is able to draft legal documentation to reflect his solutions and advice. He is a "one-stop-shop" for me on tax advice - I feel very confident in talking to Joe knowing that I will be receiving the best tax and legal advice on all areas. Joe is supported by a very strong team of Managing Associates and Lawyers.'
Key clients
- Shell
- Sunsuper
Work highlights
- Advising Shell Energy Holdings Australia in proceedings against the Commissioner of Taxation concerning tax deductions claimed by Shell in relation its acquisition from Chevron of an increased interest in the Browse joint venture.
- Provided advice and assistance to Sunsuper on the tax aspects of the complex merger between Sunsuper and QSuper.