Waselius‘ tax practice advises on transactions, structuring issues and tax litigation. The team is particularly adept at handling the tax aspects of corporate reorganisations and restructurings, acquisitions, spin-offs, joint ventures, and financing arrangements. Practice head Niklas Thibblin has vast expertise in handling the international and cross-border aspects of corporate taxation.
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- ‘This is a good and solid law firm - providing quick and to-the-point advice with a constructive touch.’
- ‘I have, in particular, worked with Niklas Thibblin. He is an experienced and thorough lawyer with a good eye for the client's needs.’
- ‘Very thorough analytics and agile responses to requests.’
- ‘Niklas Thibblin is by far the best.’
- ‘Very reliable, easy to work with and provides straightforward advice.’
- ‘Niklas Thibblin is a pleasure to work with. He is experienced and listens to the client. He is effective at communicating and addressing queries directly and willing to give clear guidance in complex situations.’
- ‘It is obvious that the team has vast experience and deep knowledge. They have handled all projects swiftly and by expectations. Highly recommended.’
- ‘They stand out with a great understanding of other jurisdictions and language which helps the efficiency and give comfort to clients.’
Key clients
- Nissan International Insurance
- T. Rowe Price
- Bank of America
- Santander Consumer Finance Oy
- LocalTapiola Finance
- Evklips Energy
- Heimdall Terminals AB
- Sagax Finland Oy
Work highlights
Advised several T. Rowe Price funds on the Finnish Tax Administration and before the administrative courts about the reclaim of withholding taxes.
Advised Nissan Nordic Europe on a matter considering a request filed to the Finnish Tax Administration to issue an advance tax ruling on the taxation of insurance premiums.
Advised Evklips Energy on setting up its presence in Finland by planning and developing suitable operational structure for the Finnish activities.
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Practice head
Niklas Thibblin