Mannheimer Swartling’s corporate taxation team handles a wide variety of complex contentious and non-contentious matters in Sweden and internationally, with the practice particularly strong for transactional tax work. Practice head Niklas Hagbard has notable experience advising domestic and overseas clients on tax matters concerning share and asset transfers, real estate transfers, fund structures, and insurance issues. Anders Erasmie’s broad experience covers share and asset transfers, spin-offs, restructurings, IPOs, refinancings, and incentive schemes. Joachim Agrell specialises in indirect tax issues, advising medium-sized and major companies on VAT matters, international trade mandates, VAT recoveries, and VAT exemptions.

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‘In the Swedish market, Mannheimer's tax team is recognised as one of the strongest amongst the law firms. Their core knowledge is around M&A tax and tax litigation. The service level is extremely high and advice is to-the-point.’
‘Niklas Hagbard is very knowledgeable on tax law matters. He is highly available, very commercial and a problem solver.'
‘Anders Erasmie is exceptional. He has supported on complex transactions where other firms involved have not been able to deliver practical advice. He is very knowledgeable and combines this with a practical business sense.'
‘Joachim Agrell is one of the most experienced indirect tax advisers in the Swedish market. He has deep knowledge around VAT related M&A issues, FS-industry and VAT litigation. He is also well-connected both locally in Sweden and internationally.’
‘Anders Erasmie is a great partner that gives to-the-point advice on complex matters and dares to give real advice, which is rare in the tax advisory business.’
‘Anders Erasmie stands out as the most experienced tax lawyer with the best track record in Stockholm.'
‘Joachim Agrell is probably the best VAT lawyer and adviser in Sweden. He has extensive experience in the indirect tax area, both from a legal view and from a business perspective. He always delivers his advice in a timely manner, and the advice is always tailor-made for the specific situation.'
‘A team where knowledge, accuracy and client focus are key.’