Classements Chambers Europe – Tax Law 2012 / 2022

Chambers Europe 2019 / 2022 : Tax (Band 3)

What the team is known for : De Pardieu Brocas Maffei is a well-regarded tax practice covering a wide range of matters, including the tax aspects of real estate transactions, finance mandates and refinancing operations. Its clients come from different industry sectors such as insurance, retail and real estate. The team boasts additional expertise advising clients on the tax elements of private equity operations. Strengths : One referee praises the firm’s client service, stating that the lawyers are « very available and very pertinent. » (2022)

What the team is known for: Well-regarded tax practice covering a wide range of matters, including the tax aspects of real estate transactions, finance mandates and refinancing operations. Clients come from different industry sectors such as insurance, retail and real estate. Additional expertise advising clients on the tax elements of private equity operations. Strengths: Clients appreciate the lawyers’ commercial awareness as well as their technical competence, with one interviewee noting: « They really know their field of expertise and know what they’re talking about. At the same time they remain pragmatic and understand that the goal is to make a deal, so they’re good at finding solutions. » (2021)

What the team is known for: Well-regarded tax practice covering a wide range of matters, including the tax aspects of real estate transactions, finance mandates and refinancing operations. Clients come from different industry sectors such as insurance, retail and real estate. Additional expertise advising clients on the tax elements of private equity operations. Strengths: « They’re very involved and do a great job, » reports one impressed client, going on to describe the lawyers as « not just theoretical, but also proactive and pragmatic. » (2020)

What the team is known for: Well-regarded tax practice covering a wide range of matters, including the tax aspects of real estate transactions and finance mandates. Clients come from different industry sectors such as insurance, retail and real estate. Additional expertise advising clients on the tax elements of private equity operations. Strengths: Clients praise the quality of the team’s client service, noting its « extremely high responsiveness, understanding of the client’s needs and the simple explanation of complex topics. » Another client says: « They are very quick and always available when we need them. When there is pressure and when there is a need for urgency, you feel treated in a special way. » (2019)

Chambers Europe 2014 / 2018 : Tax (Band 2)

What the team is known for: Well-regarded tax practice covering a wide range of matters, including the tax aspects of real estate transactions and tax audits in both a contentious and non-contentious framework. Clients come from different industry sectors such as financial services, insurance, life sciences and retail. Strengths: Clients are pleased with the quality of the service, reporting the team to be « very good. » (2018)

What the team is known for: Highly regarded tax practice covering a wide range of matters, including tax due diligence, the tax aspects of real estate transactions and tax credit monetisation. Also advises on tax audits in both a non-contentious and a contentious framework. Clients come from different industry sectors such as financial services, insurance and retail. Strengths: Clients are pleased with the quality of service delivered, saying: « We are very satisfied. They do the work that is required, timely and effectively. They have matched all our expectations. They are reliable and responsive and close to their clients. They also make sure not to add stress or tension for the clients. » (2017)

What the team is known for Varied caseload comprised of real estate, financing and corporate transactions. Assists clients with the full range of issues arising in these contexts including tax due diligence, the sale of property portfolios and tax credit monetisation. Also advises on tax audits in both a non-contentious and contentious framework. (2016)

What the team is known for Works in conjunction with the firm’s other specialised departments to advise on the tax aspects of corporate, real estate and finance transactions. Also assists with tax audits and litigation, as well as negotiations with the French tax authorities. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients) « The firm has an excellent tax team; it is practical, hands-on and goal-oriented. » (2015)

What the team is known for The lawyers work with teams from other practice areas to advise clients ranging from investment funds, credit institutions and investment banks to corporates and real estate trusts. Able to assist with the tax aspects of corporate, real estate and financial transactions. Other areas of expertise include private equity transactions, tax audits and litigation. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
« An impressive firm for tax, with some very efficient practitioners. » (2014)

Chambers Europe 2012 / 2013 : Tax (Band 3)

The team at this well-regarded French independent continues to make a strong showing on the market, serving a diverse clientele of both domestic and international players. It is notably active in three key areas: real estate and financing transactions, tax litigation and structured finance and private equity. Of late the lawyers advised 21 Centrale Partners on the disposal of its interest in the Vulcanic group. Other key clients include France Telecom, Société Générale, Carrefour and Auchan. « An impressive firm for tax, with some very efficient practitioners. » (2012)

This team frequently handles big-ticket mandates for banks, financial entities, investment funds and family interests, often participating on deals in the property and banking sectors. Sources also praise the team’s litigation prowess, which extends to representing clients in negotiations with the tax authorities as well as defending them in court proceedings. (2012)