Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP specialises in high value tax disputes of a highly complex, international nature. Transfer pricing and matters relating to state aid are within the team’s scope, which provides full support in litigation and ADR procedures. James Anderson, who leads the firm’s European tax practice, jointly heads the department alongside Kate Davies KC, noted for her skill in arbitration. Alex Jupp is experienced advising clients facing audits.

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  • 'The team is tuned into client needs, focused, and very efficient.'
  • 'Small, efficient team of experts. Think outside the box when appropriate, not afraid to speak up, bringing a lot of value to the table.'

Key clients

  • Victaulic Europe
  • Vodafone

Work highlights

  • Advising Victaulic Europe before the EU General Court on its application for the annulment of the EC 2016 Belgium “Excess Profit Rulings” state aid decision.
  • Advising a quantitative trading firm in connection with interest rate and withholding tax appeals against HMRC determinations, and appeal to the IRU as well as consideration of US-UK treaty MAP opportunities.
  • Advising a leading technology company in connection with audit and strategic advice relating to HMRC enquiries into on-shoring of intangibles worth approximately $9 billion.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

James Anderson, Kate Davies KC

Other key lawyers

Alex Jupp