Advokatfirman Schjødt‘s tax department operates within a network which spans Scandinavia and the UK, advising on transactions and tax planning issues for clients active both internationally and domestically within Sweden. The group additionally covers tax disputes, representing clients in litigation and administrative procedures. Team lead Ebba Perman Borg specialises in tax issues relating to private equity, M&A, and capital markets, while Victor Elovsson is particularly active in tax structuring work and litigation. Maria Ström contributes further strength in tax structuring.
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‘Ebba Perman Borg - knowledgeable and attentive.’
‘They have a great tax practice with a diverse team. They are very responsive and deliver top-quality advice in a timely manner.’
‘Responsiveness and delivering input in a concise manner that is easily digestible without overlooking important elements.’
‘The practice is small but highly manoeuvrable, and a go-to firm for top of the line advice for important transactions with a tight deadline. They make things possible.’
‘Ebba Perman Borg is our main contact and is definitely the one to call if we need help on the most complex matters. She is also extremely good under pressure, catering to our needs, which tend to come with a short deadline.’
‘They are a dynamic firm, and it’s one of the best up-and-coming teams for tax work in Sweden.’
‘Ebba Perman Borg's attention to detail is incredible. She has a strong ability to think outside the box and see the bigger picture.’
Key clients
- Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA)
- ASSA ABLOY AB
- Triton Partners
- FSN Capital
- CBRE
- Nuveen Real Estate
- Truecaller AB
- Webrock Ventures AB
- Vårgrønn AS
- Otovo AB
Work highlights
- Advised ALM Equity on the tax aspects of its €530m merger with Svenska Nyttobostäder, including tax due diligence, structuring for co-investors, regulatory compliance, and post-merger planning.
- Advised Webrock Ventures AB on the tax structuring and regulatory compliance for its €38m listing on Nasdaq First North Growth Market.
- Advised Société Générale SA on the tax structuring and due diligence for its joint venture with Alliance Bernstein across multiple jurisdictions.
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Practice head
Ebba Perman Borg
Other key lawyers
Victor Elovsson; Maria Ström