Tax
Abou Jaoude & Associates Law Firm‘s tax team garners praise for its ’broad knowledge of the complexity of local tax laws, but also of the cross-border application of the tax regulations of other jurisdictions‘. The group is also adept at assisting with the tax aspects of transactions, corporate reorganisations, and employment-related matters. Restructuring expert Souraya Machnouk advised Subway on tax and regulatory matters concerning the liquidation and de-registration of its local branches, and firm managing partner Carlos Abou Jaoude stands out for being ’knowledgeable of international taxation’.
Testimonials
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‘Their tax advice is always pragmatic, and they are well-respected by the public authorities and administrations.'
‘Carlos Abou Jaoude is financially savvy and knowledgeable of international taxation. Souraya Machnouk is an expert is group tax restructurings involving different jurisdictions.'
Key clients
- Amazon
- Thomson Reuters Corporation
- NCR Corporation
- 3M Group
- Ericsson
- Collège Protestant Français
- Laceco Architects & Engineers
- ALMAZA Group
- Benta Group
- Mr. Carlos Ghosn
Work highlights
- Advised Amazon (UK Headquarters) on tax and customs matters governing the shipment of products into Lebanon.
- Acted as lead counsel to LACECO in relation to a highly complex cross-border corporate and tax restructuring and international expansion plan spanning five jurisdictions.
- Advised US pharmaceutical company Organon on its Long-Term Employee Stock Incentive Plan.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Carlos Abou Jaoude, Souraya Machnouk