Watson Farley & Williams LLP‘s tax department is regularly turned to by energy, real estate, aviation, and maritime businesses seeking assistance with M&A, asset and project finance, and tax disputes. At the helm of the practice is Luis Soto, who focuses on international taxation matters and is well-versed in transactional and contentious work. He is supported by transaction structuring experts Javier Gabiña and Blanca López.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A team highly focused on customer needs and highly specialised.’
- ‘Luis Soto offers us high-quality legal services, combining exceptional technical skill with in-depth knowledge of the sector. His advice on financing transactions with non-residents is characterised by its effectiveness and focus.’
- ‘Very good collaboration between the tax consultants and the legal consultants.’
- ‘Very fast with clear guidance.’
- ‘This practice stands out for its strong combination of technical expertise and business-oriented advice. In-house professionals particularly value the team’s responsiveness and clear communication style.’
- ‘Compared to other firms, the team demonstrates a more collaborative approach, working seamlessly across departments and jurisdictions.’
Key clients
- Spanish Power
- Victory Hill Capital Partners
- BNP Paribas
- Crédit Agricole CIB
- Société Générale
- BBVA
- Santander
- Frasers Hospitality Holdings
- Eliance Helicopter Global
- Union Española de Empresas Fotovoltaicas
- Nadara
Work highlights
Advised Spanish Power and Victory Hill Capital Partners LLP on the design of the tax structure for the co-investment in a solar and onshore wind portfolio.
Advised BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole CIB, Société Générale, BBVA and Banco Santander on the tax indemnity agreement in connection with the application of the special tax regime for large home leasing.
Advised Frasers Hospitality Holdings on the tax aspects of the sale of the Capri by Fraser Barcelona Aparthotel to All Iron RE I SOCIMI.
Practice head
Luis Soto
Other key lawyers
Javier Gabiña; Blanca López