Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP‘s VAT and indirect tax expertise is sought out by a variety of clients in the financial services, technology, real estate and special institutions sectors. It regularly undertakes matters involving real estate tax, funds VAT, charity-related VAT and indirect tax disputes. Ben Jones heads up the practice, which benefits from his expertise in both advisory and transactional tax matters. Paul Beausang ably supports the team whilst also overseeing the real estate tax practice. Highly rated Edward Griffiths is also a key name with extensive expertise in VAT matters. Former-head Giles Salmond left the practice in November 2023, while Robert Waterson joined in October 2024.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Fantastic and very diligent team. Can take care of every aspect of a case, from advisory to litigation.’

  • ‘Edward Griffiths stands out. He is excellent, works brilliantly with clients, and can be relied on to get things done to a high standard.’

  • ‘Really responsive, commercial.’

  • ‘Really easy to deal with, explained difficult concepts to us in easy-to-understand language. Really responsive, commercial. Edward Griffiths is a stand-out individual.’

Key clients

  • Raymond James Investment Services Limited
  • HSBC
  • Aviva Plc
  • Kao Data

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ben Jones

Other key lawyers

Paul Beausang, Edward Griffiths, Charlotte Stodell, Anisha Polson, Robert Waterson