Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is highly active advising on tax aspects of M&A transactions, representing both buyers and sellers. The group has aptitude in the private equity sector, managing a range of high-profile transactions. Richard Sultman leads the team, and has broad tax experience, which additionally covers indirect tax matters and the taxation of individuals. Peter North has a strong record in M&A.
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Key clients
- OCI N.V.
- OpenText
Work highlights
Advised Central Group on the tax aspects of the minority acquisition and new investment by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), in respect of Central Group’s existing investee company, the Selfridges Group.
Practice head
Richard Sultman
Other key lawyers
Peter North