Pinsent Masons LLP is praised for its diverse tax capabilities in both transactional matters and general advice, as well as being ‘well versed in tax disputes litigation.’ Its broad expertise also includes rarer indirect taxes, such as landfill tax, aggregates levy, plastic packaging tax and customs duties. The practice is jointly led by Steven Porter, who oversees the disputes work, and Eloise Walker, who specialises in corporate-focused matters. Sam Wardleworth supports the practice and is a key contact for disputes with HMRC. Jake Landman is also a key name to note from the group. Bryn Reynolds joined the firm in 2023 from Simmons & Simmons. Andrew Sackey departed in 2024.
Testimonials
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‘Very proactive. Very well versed in tax disputes litigation.’
‘Steven Porter always seems to be one step ahead. Ian Robotham is very thorough and hard-working.’
Key clients
- State Oil
- Scottish Equitable Plc (Aegon UK)
Work highlights
- Advised State Oil Limited subsidiary, Prax, on its public takeover of Hurricane Energy Plc via court sanctioned scheme of arrangement.
- Advised Aegon group entity, Scottish Equitable, on the sale of its UK individual protection book to Royal London using a Part VII transfer.