With notable strength in real estate tax, Ashurst also advises on the taxation of funds, infrastructure, and financial institutions. The team is spearheaded by Simon Swann, and benefits from his extensive knowledge of stamp duty land tax and other real estate tax matters, in both a development and investment context. Nicholas Gardner focuses his practice on corporate and private equity transactions in the energy, transport, infrastructure and real estate sectors. Paul Miller is a key contact for securitisations, hybrid securities, and debt capital markets matters. Tim Gummer is active in the corporate tax area, in particular regarding European corporate real estate matters. Patricia Allen‘s expertise lies in the taxation of funds and private equity transactions, while Mark Spinney brings infrastructure M&A expertise.
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‘Unsurpassed in depth of technical knowledge. Without a doubt leaders in their field. More than a match for any of their “magic circle” competitors. Quality personified.’
‘Nicolas Gardner and Sara Mardell are star individuals. Top quality tax advice while aware of the client’s commercial sensitivities and expectations. Extremely user-friendly. Inspire confidence and respect.’
‘They are extremely commercial minded, and consider this when advising on tax matters.’
‘The team are hugely responsive and always available whenever a situation arises. Given their extensive experience they are able to provide advice quickly and this is generally the case throughout the team’
Work highlights
Advised BP Global Investments Limited on the sale of its shares in BP Petrolleri A.Ş. and BP Turkey Refining Limited to Vitol's Turkish distribution arm Petrol Ofisi A.Ş.
Advised Antin Infrastructure Partners on its joint venture with Scandinavian Enviro Systems and Michelin.
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Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Simon Swann
Other key lawyers
Nicolas Gardner; Paul Miller; Tim Gummer; Patricia Allen; Mark Spinney; Sara Mardell