Tax

Jones Day

The tax practice at Jones Day ‘excels in large-scale litigation involving international tax issues’. The practice also assists clients with the tax aspects of major deals, including cross-border financing and M&A transactions. On the tax disputes front, the team is regularly instructed by multinational corporations across a range of industries. Highly regarded practice head Niv Tadmore is ’very strong and successful in negotiations with authorities’. Benjamin Lancaster is well versed in international tax disputes, particularly on transfer pricing and anti-avoidance matters. Simon Bowden has expertise in the tax aspects of high-value, cross-border transactions. Lauren Moses has unique expertise in tax disputes from a taxpayer, commissioner and judiciary perspective, due to her experience representing the Commissioner of Taxation and as a judge’s associate.

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Testimonials

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‘The Jones Day tax team is led by Dr Niv Tadmore, who is the pre-eminent international tax controversy lawyer in Australia. The team has depth and experience in dealing with, and is the go to firm for, international tax controversy issues for inbound and outbound multinationals.’
'The standout partner and head of the practice is Dr Niv Tadmore. Niv’s knowledge, experience and passion are second to none. He leaves no stone unturned in protecting and advancing his clients’ interests. He is well connected with revenue officials, and practitioners globally given he is the chair of the global Supervisory Board of the International Fiscal Association and president of the Australian Branch.'
'A key member of the Jones Day team is Lauren Moses, an excellent lawyer who brings critical analytical skills, judgement and dedication to any problem.’
‘Niv Tadmore is very experienced and very client orientated. Niv is knowledgeable and very strong and successful in negotiations with authorities. At the same time he maintains the relationships with the authorities is a professional way.’
‘Jones Day's Australian tax team excels in large-scale litigation involving international tax issues. Along with Niv, the partner who leads the group, the team has a strong group of senior lawyers who are very experienced, knowledgeable and strategic thinkers. They are well supported in international tax work by their wider firm network.’
‘Niv Tadmore is a "hands on" leader, with a deep knowledge of international tax, who thinks strategically about how to engage with revenue authorities. His ability to reach settlements on excellent terms for his clients is second to none.;
'Steven Small has wonderful attention to detail and a level head in even the most stressful situations. He's a real asset to complex tax litigation.’