Tax

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Thanks to its integration into the international network, the German tax practice of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP handles not only national but also cross-border matters, with a main focus on transactional tax issues and on assisting with restructuring and tax disputes, including audits and appeal proceedings. Sectoral emphasis is placed on financial services, pharmaceuticals and technology. This thematic and sectorial range also mirrors practice head Johannes Frey's focus, who is supported by European counsel Frank-M. Schwarz, among others.

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Testimonials

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'Skadden's deal-oriented tax practice is unique in its efficiency and practical thinking. The quick turnaround guarantees a smooth deal flow.'
'I mainly work with Frank-M. Schwarz and Johannes Frey. Both are quick, creative and knowledgeable. In addition, they are pleasant working partners.'
'Very strong international team; close to the market; commercial advice.'
'Johannes Frey: Great technician, always available and creates creative solutions.'

Key clients

Amazon
Amgen
Apple
Backcountry
Biogen
COMMERZBANK
Deutsche Bank
DRI Healthcare Trust
Gilead
Hillenbrand
HSBC
IBM
Liberty Global
Morgan Stanley
MorphoSys
Netflix
Nike
ROSEN Group
SEDA
The Coca-Cola Company
TSG Consumer Partners
UBS
UniCredit
Viking Cruises

Work highlights

Advising several multinational companies on issues relating to German law on withholding tax on royalties paid for rights registered as intellectual property in Germany.
Advising MorphoSys AG on the €2.7bn sale to and acquisition by Novartis.
Tax advice to SDCL Edge Acquisition Corporation on its merger with Cunova GmbH.