Ashurst covers tax matters relating to real estate, funds, and financial transactions, in addition to a range of other mandates. Simon Swann, who has particular strength in real estate tax, leads the team, and acts for both public and private sector clients. Nicholas Gardner has key strength in the energy, transport, and infrastructure industries, while Paul Miller has a specialism in the financial services industry, covering a range of debt capital market issues. Tim Gummer is highly active on pan-European real estate transactions. Highly experienced partner Patricia Allen contributes expertise in the taxation of funds and private equity transactions. Sara Mardell joined the partnership in May 2024.
Testimonials
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‘Paul Miller has specialist debt capital markets tax knowhow, which makes him a leading advisor in this space.’
‘Miller is technically very astute and able to think on his feet and communicate complex points clearly.’
‘The tax team's work integrates very seamlessly into the work of other Ashurst teams like commercial, corporate or restructuring. That simplifies the advisory process significantly.’
‘We primarily work with Nicholas Gardner's team. Nicholas is very thorough and a good listener. He and his team have a strong and intuitive grip of both UK tax and international tax, which we appreciate very much.’
‘Tim and the team provide timely and detailed advice on a consistent basis. Ashurst is our trusted, repeat advisor.’
‘Tim Gummer is a tremendously diligent and commercial advisor who is our first call on tax matters.’
‘Outstanding. A team right at the top of their game. In-depth technical knowledge, unsurpassed commercial acumen, formidable profile among their peers. This really is the team that has it all. Strength from the top down, with excellent leadership from the partners.’
‘Nick Gardner and Sara Mardell are standout individuals not only at Ashurst but in the field of tax as a whole. A joy to work with coupled with incredible technical knowledge and insight.’
Key clients
- Lendlease
- BP
- Antin Infrastructure Partners
- Haya Holdo 2 Plc (Cerberus Capital Management)
Work highlights
- Advised longstanding client Lendlease in connection with the GBP 809 million acquisition of 21 Moorfields, London from Land Securities plc.
- Acted for Cerberus on its disposal as shareholder of the Haya RE servicing business in Spain.
- Advised Antin Infrastructure Partners on its joint venture with Scandinavian Enviro Systems and Michelin.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Swann