Highlighted by clients for its ‘commitment to cutting-edge solutions’, DLA Piper’s practice is well regarded for strength in cross-border M&A, restructurings, and the full gamut of corporate tax issues with the team’s repertoire encompassing tax advice on investments, private equity transactions, and real estate acquisitions. Practice head Daan Arends is reputed for vast knowledge of VAT aspects of supply chain optimisation projects and is well versed in settlement negotiations with taxing authorities.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘A capable team, quick to respond, with a strong network.'

  • ‘Jean Paul Dresen is very client focused and very relaxed in his approach towards maintaining a good client relationship.’

  • ‘Jian-Cheng Ku is amazing and has great industry knowledge.'

  • 'The DLA tax team stands out due to its holistic, client-centred approach and its commitment to cutting-edge solutions. The team’s strengths lie in its collaborative, problem-solving mindset, working proactively to anticipate challenges and turn them into opportunities.'

  • 'The individuals I work with truly stand out due to their unwavering commitment to excellence, their deep industry expertise, and their collaborative spirit.'

Key clients

  • Aberdeen Standard Investments
  • APG
  • Avalara, Inc.
  • Aviva Investors
  • BlackFin Capital Partners
  • Crocs Inc.
  • Deckers Outdoor Corporation
  • Dept
  • Elliott Advisors (UK) Limited
  • Patrizia SE
  • Ralph Lauren Corporation
  • RedevCo
  • ServiceNow, Inc.
  • The Carlyle Group
  • The Hilton Group

Work highlights

  • Advised Deckers Outdoor Corporation on all VAT, customs duties, and transfer pricing aspects of its supply chain restructuring.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Daan Arends

Other key lawyers

Jian-Cheng Ku, Jean Paul Dresen, Robin Theuns