Norton Rose Fulbright‘s tax team has key strength in international tax disputes, such as matters related to tax residence, challenges to international group structures, and the interpretation of double tax treaties. Global head of tax Dominic Stuttaford leads the team and advises domestic and international clients on a diverse range of contentious tax matters. Matthew Hodkin, who is head of the London tax team, advises on disputes with tax authorities, in addition to a broad non-contentious practice. Ruth Cowley has notable expertise in conducting external and internal investigations.
Testimonials
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‘Dominic Stuttaford: He has a brain the size of a planet, and what he doesn’t know about tax law isn’t worth knowing. It’s impossible not to feel in awe when he explains a complex tax statute or authority with such ease and simplicity. He’s a stunningly impressive tax practitioner.’
Key clients
- HSBC
- Takeda
- Royal Bank of Canada
Work highlights
- Acted for HSBC in a restitution claim in the Franked Investment Income Group Litigation Order.
- Acted for Takeda (formerly Shire) in a restitution claim in the Stamp Taxes Group Litigation Order relating to Stamp Duty Reserve Tax.
- Acted for Royal Bank of Canada in relation to a dispute with HMRC concerning the taxation of North Sea Oil royalties.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dominic Stuttaford