VAT and Indirect Taxes

Our global team is well-placed to handle VAT strategies, having both a worldwide perspective and knowledge of specific regulations in local jurisdictions.

Our global team is experienced in working across a range of VAT-sensitive sectors. That means we can deliver practical solutions and maximum tax efficiency for your business.

We can offer you standalone structuring advice, and deal with inquiries and disputes with tax authorities. We have worked with one of the world's biggest pension schemes to mitigate VAT costs in Europe, helped on a cross-border deal with an international investment fund and advised a major gaming company on complex VAT matters. We can bring this experience, and that gained from many other clients, to bear on your VAT or indirect tax needs.

We have broad experience in virtually all types of US federal and state excise and transaction taxes, including:  alcohol and tobacco excise taxes, environmental taxes, communications and air transportation taxes, fuel taxes, heavy vehicle retail taxes, foreign insurance taxes, manufacturers taxes, taxes on specified health insurance policies and applicable self-insured health plans. 

Ultimately, we are here to help you find the business-first solutions you need.

Our VAT and Indirect Tax capability in Ireland

In an Irish/EU context, the VAT arena is one which has seen substantial changes in applicable laws and rules in recent years, such as the introduction of the EU VAT e-commerce rules. This has presented challenges to businesses looking to be fully compliant with relevant VAT laws. With years of experience working on VAT and indirect tax issues, our Irish team is well-placed to help you with the laws and regulations in this area. That includes immovable property, which is a complex area in which we have significant experience.