In the UK, the corporate tax landscape has become increasingly complex with the return of the 25% main rate, tightened anti-avoidance rules, and expanded domestic and cross-border reporting obligations. In the UAE, corporate tax is now a real and growing factor for decision-making.
We advise on the benefits and drawbacks of corporate groups, loss utilisation, research and development, and Transfer Pricing. In the UAE, we have an exceptionally strong reputation for our advice on the nuances of Free Zone and ‘mainland’ taxation, international trading and the importance of maintaining the intended place of effective management and control.
We also support cross-border structuring, reviewing permanent establishment risk, treaty access and CFC exposure. Our team works with directors and their existing advisors to assess and implement tax strategy in the context of both growth and exit planning.
We understand that tax isn’t just about minimising the bill. It’s about managing risk, improving cashflow, and making informed decisions with full visibility.
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We aim to become part of the engine room which helps you achieve your objectives.
We can work whenever, wherever suits your lifestyle.
Your office in London, your favourite coffee shop in Dubai, virtually from anywhere, or even a terminal at LAX.
We begin by ensuring the right foundations: share classes, founders’ agreements, and tax-efficient equity incentives such as EMI or CSOP options. As the business scales, we advise on tax planning for owner-managers, cross-border expansion, and safeguarding personal wealth from commercial risk.
When it comes to exits and other liquidity events, we provide strategic support well in advance of the deal, whether it’s a trade sale, MBO or secondary buyout.
We optimise structuring, timing and tax efficiency, and assist with pre-exit reorganisation and shareholder alignment. Post-exit, we help founders manage liquidity, establish tax-efficient investment vehicles and plan their own succession.
Importantly, we understand that your business is personal. We work with founders to protect their vision and values – not just their valuation. Our role is to keep the future as front-of-mind as the present.
We aim to become part of the engine room which helps you achieve your objectives.
We can work whenever, wherever suits your lifestyle.
Your office in London, your favourite coffee shop in Dubai, virtually from anywhere, or even a terminal at LAX.
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