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 advised Barça Produccions and Barcelona Football Club

Stibbe is advising Barça Produccions and Barcelona Football Club alongside Spanish law firm Perez Llorca in relation to a business combination agreement with Mountain & Co. I Acquisition Corp.

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Stibbe advised Rhône Capital on a public cash offer for equity stake in RHI Magnesita

Stibbe advised Rhône Capital on a public cash offer for up to 29.9% of the share capital in RHI Magnesita N.V. The offer document was published on 19 June 2023 following an announcement of the intended transaction on 30 May 2023.

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Stibbe advised on the transformative restructuring of the Frigoglass Group

Stibbe advised Frigoglass on the consensual recapitalisation and financial restructuring of Frigoglass S.A.I.C. and the group of companies formerly controlled by it (the “Frigoglass Group”).

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Stibbe advises Insight

Stibbe advises Insight Venture Partners on the acquisition of a minority stake in DataSnipper. Insight Venture Partners is a New York private equity fund that invests in high-growth technology and software companies.

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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

"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

"The team is knowledgeable, personable, responsive and highly skilled."

The Legal 500
2023
Tax

Netherlands Tax Firm of the Year

International Tax Review 2021