Burness Paull LLP’s tax team works closely with the firm’s M&A practice and offers comprehensive guidance on a wide range of transactions, with a particular focus on framework agreements, share incentive schemes, loan balances, employment tax matters, and real estate structurings. The practice demonstrates particular strength in all areas of personal tax, including offshore trusts, inheritance issues and capital gains tax. The practice is headed by Christine Yuill, a seasoned expert in acquisitions, property, and employment tax. Nicola Williams is sought after by clients seeking advice on private equity and M&A transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Strong partner-led service.’
- ‘The corporate tax practice at Burness Paull worked seamlessly with the wider team.’
- ‘Christine Yuill consistently provides clear and easy-to-follow advice on complex matters. She works seamlessly with the wider Burness Paull team and gives her tax advice with a full understanding of the wider picture.’
- ‘Quality service - on time. Good partner presence on transactions.’
- 'I have worked with Christine Yuill. She has a great mix of technical and commercial knowledge. It takes time to understand what we need. Christine Yuill has the perfect blend of professionalism, friendliness, intelligence and kindness.’
Key clients
- Access UK
- Springfield Properties plc
- Quality Food Products (Aberdeen) Limited
- CEN Holdco Limited
- STV plc
- The Royal London Mutual Society Limited
- abrdn plc
- Chesnara plc
- Sony Interactive Europe
- West Burton Energy
- Aberdeen Corporate Services Limited
- Astrak Global Limited
Work highlights
Advised Access UK on the corporate tax aspects of several acquisitions as part of its buy-and-build strategy.
Advised Springfield Properties plc on the tax aspects of its joint venture with Barratt.
Advised STV Studio Services Limited on its acquisition of majority control in Hello Halo Productions.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Nicola Williams
Practice head
Christine Yuill
Other key lawyers
Nicola Williams