
DLA Piper UK LLP’s corporate tax team advises a diverse client base of venture capital funds, financial institutions, and both domestic and international corporates. The group is regularly instructed on high-profile matters such as VAT issues relating to civil aircraft, complex outsourcing arrangements, cross-border commercial contracts, and corporate restructurings. The practice is headed by David Thompson, who has extensive expertise in the tax implications of acquisitions, disposals, mergers, demergers, and group reorganisations.
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Key clients
- Oval Gymkhana Holdco Limited
- Stantec UK Limited
- Sytner Group Ltd
- Boporan Holdings Limited
Work highlights
Advisnig the Sytner group in relation to the acquisition of a corporate group holding a network of premium car dealerships.
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Practice head
David Thompson