England - London • Dispute resolution
A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman's large team works alongside the firm's non-contentious offering, and provides comprehensive support in all areas of tax disputes, including pre-litigation advice, negotiations with HMRC, and tax investigations. Chris Harrison co-leads the department alongside Charles Yorke, who regularly acts for financial institutions, major oil companies, and infrastructure groups. Senior partner Lydia Challen advises on supply chain finance, and regularly consults with HMRC on the development of tax legislation. Eve Giles is a key contact for financial crime investigations.
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Testimonials
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‘They are a highly professional outfit with deep expertise in tax.’
‘The individuals are very bright and very pleasant to work with. I have been particularly impressed with Charles Yorke.’
Key clients
- Investec Bank plc
- Lloyds Banking Group
Work highlights
- Advised Investec Bank plc before the Court of Appeal.
- Advised various financial institutions in relation to the fall-out from the German cum-ex investigations.
- Advised clients on various cases in relation to both civil and criminal elements of diverted profits tax and transfer-pricing investigations.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Chris Harrison, Charles Yorke