The ‘experienced, versatile’ team at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP is highly specialised in corporate and M&A and real estate tax mandates, for which it is frequently called upon by notable players in the energy, financial services and telecoms segments. Bruno Knadjian heads up the practice and specialises in the tax aspects of M&A transactions, real estate acquisitions, business transfers, joint ventures and group reorganisations. Romain Martinez is an additional key contact for transactional tax work.
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Testimonials
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- ‘HSF's tax team is particularly experienced, versatile and distinguished by its ability to handle complex subjects in order to make them understandable to facilitate decision-making.’
- ‘We work with Bruno Knadjian, who is at the forefront of many current issues and understands our perspective when advising us on the risks we are assuming. His analyses are always very clear, thorough, and relevant.’
- ‘Brilliant, reactive and very clear practical advice.’
- ‘The tax team has a deep understanding of our business. They have assisted us with tax audits and various other matters in several countries. Their advice is clear, deadlines are met, and multi-country coordination is efficient. Deliverables are concise and immediately actionable.'
- ‘Bruno Knajian provides reliable guidance and helps secure positions on sensitive points. Romain Martinez ensures rigorous daily monitoring, is available, and precise. Their attentiveness and pragmatism have been consistent.’
- ‘A very professional team, capable of providing practical and pragmatic solutions quickly.’
Key clients
- Amarenco Solar Limited
- Air Liquide
- Arkema
- Boluda
- CDS Group
- Cellnex Telecom
- Danone
- Easyjet
- EDF
- ENGIE
- EssilorLuxottica
- Eurazeo
Work highlights
Advised Wipro Enterprises on a cross-border multijurisdictional deal involving the acquisition of a majority stake in Lauak Group from the Charritton family.
Assisted the funds advised by iCON Infrastructure LLP ("iCON") with its strategic partnership with H2air to support the development of H2air and accelerate its growth.
Advised Crédit Coopératif on the entry into exclusive negotiations with Orange for the acquisition of Anytime's business.
Practice head
Bruno Knadjian
Other key lawyers
Romain Martinez