The VAT and indirect tax team at Baker McKenzie is ‘renowned for its deep industry knowledge.’ Its expertise spans contentious VAT investigations, disputes, advisory and structuring. Contentious VAT-expert David Jamieson heads up the practice and specialises in VAT disputes for clients in the financial services and e-commerce sectors. Key members of the practice include Mark Delaney, who oversees the firm’s tax group and boasts expertise in UK, EU, and global VAT and indirect tax law, and Mark Agnew, whose expertise lies in financial services VAT. Adam Peacock frequently handles VAT work relating to the real estate and financial sectors. Kathryn Sewell is adept at handling VAT planning and structuring, as well as HMRC indirect tax disputes.
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Témoignages

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  • ‘Very able team and good with clients.’

  • ‘David Jamieson and Mark Delaney are outstanding - good on the technical detail and on what is commercially sensible.’

  • ‘Jennifer Revis is a very knowledgeable customs professional who is also very personable and approachable. She has been a life saver in supporting us in various customs matters, more often than not with very short turnaround times.’

  • ‘Great depth and breadth.’

  • ‘A large team that gels and works well together. The team manage a high profile FS practice with great skill and expertise; whether that is providing top-quality advice on cutting-edge technical matters or handling very large and complex tax appeals. Very impressive.’

  • ‘David Jamieson, Mark Agnew, and Daniella Mandel are a joy to work with. On complex litigation, Daniella provides a critical interface between the team at Bakers, counsel and the client. Her work ethic and commitment are outstanding and beyond value.’

  • ‘Baker McKenzie's VAT and indirect tax practice features a team renowned for its deep industry knowledge and client-centric approach. Their collaborative culture and commitment to drive innovative solutions tailored to clients' needs. ’

  • ‘Kathryn Sewell and David Jamieson are exceptional VAT specialists, boasting extensive experience and offering actionable, precise VAT counsel.’

Clients clés

  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Google
  • Hewlett Packard
  • LVMH
  • The Prudential Assurance Company Limited
  • Unilever

Points forts

  • Represented Prudential in the Upper Tribunal in November 2022. The case concerned the VAT treatment of investment management services.

Avocats

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Responsable de la pratique

David Jamieson

Autres avocats clés

Mark Delaney; Mark Agnew; Adam Peacock; Kathryn Sewell; Jennifer Revis; Daniella Mandel