The practice group at White & Case LLP is well-placed to advise on the tax considerations of corporate, capital markets, real estate, and private equity transactions. Leadership is entrusted to the ‘particularly efficient and competent’ Alexandre Ippolito, who specialises in the tax aspects of M&A transactions and restructurings. Also noted is Claire Sardet, who handles both transactional and contentious mandates. Estelle Philippi left the firm in August 2025.
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- ‘The team is very efficient. The work they deliver is of very high quality and inspires complete confidence. Their responsiveness was excellent. There were numerous exchanges, all tailored to our needs.’
- ‘Alexandre Ippolito was particularly efficient and competent. His associate, Claire Sardet, also distinguished herself through her mastery of the issues that were important to us. We especially appreciated the straightforward communication, which seemed essential at the time.’
- ‘A highly responsive, available, and pragmatic team. Excellent analytical skills and mastery of legal techniques. Excellent ability to answer questions clearly and facilitate client decision-making. A true asset in negotiations.’
- ‘Claire Sardet is very responsive: highly available, proactive, and committed to moving cases forward. She is extremely precise in her responses: she has a perfect command of legal techniques, quickly grasps the issues, and immediately asks the right questions. She is one of the most talented tax lawyers of her generation.'
- ‘Excellent technique, great responsiveness, and a very good understanding of the various issues. Concrete and personalised advice tailored to our field of activity.’
- ‘The tax team at White & Case not only possesses excellent technical knowledge but also provides its clients with clear, reliable, and personalised analyses. Claire Sardet, in particular, is very responsive and an excellent tax specialist.’
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Alexandre Ippolito
Other key lawyers
Claire Sardet