Tax

Our tax practice covers a wide range of domestic and international tax matters, focusing on advisory, transactional and complex litigation work across the Benelux market.

We work closely with colleagues from other practice areas to bring integrated solutions, technical and commercial expertise, and peace of mind to complex domestic and international tax issues. Our cross-curricular knowledge, innovative solutions and alertness to our clients’ needs are key assets of our team.

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Stibbe congratulates Insight Venture Partners

Stibbe congratulates Insight Venture Partners on the acquisition of a majority stake in SecureW2, the post-closing of which was recently finalized.

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NL Law

Stibbe advises Walter de Gruyter

Stibbe advises Walter de Gruyter GmbH on its intended recommended all-cash public offer for all securities in Koninklijke Brill N.V.

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Stibbe advises creditors of the Keter Group on its debt extension transaction

Stibbe has advised a group of senior lenders to the Keter Group on the successful completion of a transaction that includes maturity extensions of the Group’s senior and holdco PIK facilities.

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Stibbe assists AustralianSuper

Stibbe assisted AustralianSuper with its investment of €1.5 billion to acquire a significant minority stake in Vantage Data Centers Europe, Middle East and Africa (Vantage EMEA).

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Services

Our expertise includes corporate taxation, real estate taxation, taxation of investment funds, incentives, transfer pricing, public sector taxation, tax controversy, and VAT and other indirect taxes.

We have particular experience in advising on the tax aspects of both public and private M&A transactions, buy-outs, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, private equity transactions, capital market transactions, finance structures, financial products, securitisations, project finance, real estate transactions, and public-private partnerships (PPPs).

In addition, we have significant expertise in EU law and the interpretation and application of international tax treaties and advance clearance from tax authorities in major transactions and cross border investments on key aspects, including withholding taxes and specific tax incentives for IP.

Our tax controversy practice has a strong track record in negotiating settlements with tax authorities, in handling complex cases before tax courts and in representing and advising clients in domestic and international litigation and arbitration on tax related disputes in transactions (including M&A) and under investment protection agreements.

We pride ourselves on staying on top of relevant legislative and market developments in a rapidly and profoundly changing domestic and international tax environment. We contribute to our profession and public discussion on new tax legislation as members of boards and committees of the Bar and Tax Bar Associations in our jurisdictions. Members of our team are active as researchers and professors or assistant professors at the tax departments of the universities of Leiden, Leuven and Brussels (ULB).

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Recognition & Awards

"The Belgian tax team at Stibbe provides high-quality work and straight-to-the-point advice. They have excellent knowledge not only of the legislative environment but also of the practices of the local tax authorities."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax

Belgium Tax Disputes Firm of the Year

International Tax Review 2023

Netherlands Tax Disputes Firm of the Year

International Tax Review 2023

"The firm provided responsive, sophisticated and practical advice regarding cross-border issues. The lawyers were very knowledgeable about legal developments in the Netherlands and were able to communicate those issues very effectively."

Chambers Europe
2023
Tax

"They are very good tax advisers, very pragmatic and provide top-quality advice you can rely on."

Chambers Europe
2023
Tax

"Ability to support equity incentive schemes for Dutch-based multinationals with an international employee base. Full service offering, pragmatic and solutions driven."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax

"Strong involvement and commitment of the team to comply with our timeline and expectations."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax

"Stibbe has a very strong tax structuring team. They are able to handle complex situations, providing creative solutions in an efficient and cost-effective way."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax

"They differentiate themselves from others through the broad experience the individuals have, and as a relatively small team they can interact easily to get updated on all aspects of a case."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax

"The lawyers are very strong in handling complex cross-border tax litigation involving a multidisciplinary approach."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax