Tax

Our Tax practice is by far one of the largest among European law firms. Although the practice is comparable to that of any of the Big Four accounting firms in terms of numbers, you will find that our approach is very different. We focus on building strong relationships with our clients, providing personal service and acting as your trusted adviser.

We stand out from other law firms with our flat organisational structure, entrepreneurial mindset and pragmatic approach. We work in small teams and our partners provide plenty of hands on support. We also tailor our services to your precise needs, whether that’s a straightforward e-mail response or more considered advice.

Our in-depth knowledge, expertise and practical experience cover all of the various tax and legal areas relevant for your company. We can help with the whole range of tax and legal issues, from advice on mergers and acquisitions to transfer pricing, EU law and dealing with the tax authorities. Our highly experienced team also takes a broad view and looks beyond the specifics of your particular request to identify the best way of helping your business.

‘Market-leading practice offering a full range of tax services through a large team. Focuses particularly on areas such as corporate structuring and tax strategies related to M&A, including IPOs and public M&A. Also experienced in the handling of direct and indirect tax as well as transfer pricing matters and is highlighted by clients for its impressive coverage of tax issues related to investment funds, an area in which the firm remains highly active. Has a broad coverage of experts across the Benelux region as well as an increasing presence in other Western European jurisdictions.

One market source enthuses that the firm "is by far the best," particularly noting that "it has the deepest bench and depth of knowledge."

A client highlights the firm's multidisciplinary ability, noting its "high quality of technical advice and good knowledge of the clients."’ (2019)

"Loyens & Loeff’s group is rated for its ‘top-notch Dutch tax advice’ and is a key name for transactional tax matters."

"Loyens & Loeff's team, which delivers 'value for money', is praised by clients for being 'responsive, flexible and creative'. It forms part of a larger group that has a strong Benelux presence. In addition to having a first-rate reputation in corporate tax, the firm fields specialists in various other areas." (2019)

World Tax: We again received tier-1 rankings in The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Our Swiss office was ranked tier-3. In the Netherlands we also received tier-1 rankings in the following subcategories:

• General corporate tax
• Transactional tax
• Tax controversy
• Indirect tax

In addition, several of our female tax advisers are again ranked in the ‘Women in Tax Leaders Guide 2019’. (2020)

World Transfer Pricing: In both the Netherlands and Luxembourg we received tier 1 rankings. Our offices in Belgium and Switzerland received tier 2 rankings. (2020)