The team at Baker McKenzie seamlessly integrates its international offices as well as its local team to advise a range of the world’s major banks, companies and private wealth groups and as such remains at the forefront of the market. It regularly advises on risk, and tax implications of corporate structure changes but also integrates well with its M&A and employment teams. The team is led by Taipei-duo Michael Wong and Peggy Chiu. In addition to advising companies, Wong also excels at acting for high-net-worth families on private banking, wealth management and cross-border legal and tax issues, including the use of trust and foundations, wills and private holding companies. Chiu leverages her background as an accountant to advise on cross-border tax matters and is also an expert in advising banks on anti-tax avoidance checks, and anti-money laundering checks.
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‘Have easy and quick access to consultations for different areas of law; efficient in delivering legal opinions.’
‘Swift and practical legal advice for quick down-to-earth solutions. ’
‘The team is very knowledgeable and professional. They are always up to date with the latest information about the industry and keep partners up to date via various communication channels. As much as technology is important now, I like their approach whereby they approach each case in a neutral and empathetic manner.’
‘I work closely with Peggy Chiu. She is very knowledgeable, given her dual background in accounting and law. She can offer holistic solutions. She is also open to any concerns that clients have and will strive her best to handle most professionally.’
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Michael Wong; Peggy Chiu