Tax | Band 1
What the team is known for
Preeminent tax boutique highly regarded for both tax advice and litigation. Diverse practice covering disputes with the tax authorities, customs, indirect tax and transfer pricing. Also active on criminal proceedings.
Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients)
“A client-oriented and progressive firm that provides top-quality service. The team shows business acumen and industry knowledge.”
“Great experience in tax cases – very creative and always trying to find new solutions.”
“Excellent in both tax and dispute resolution.”
Work highlights
Advises several multinational companies, including Coca-Cola Hellenic Ukraine, Monsanto and Kuehne + Nagel, on transfer pricing matters, alongside representation in transfer pricing disputes with the tax authorities.
Notable practitioners
Alexander Minin is widely recognised for his exceptional expertise in tax matters, with one source commenting: “I have very deep respect for him – he is one of the brightest tax practitioners.” Clients also value his impressive expertise: “He has very great knowledge and knows everything about taxes; he can answer questions without any preparation.”
Alexander Shemiatkin represents clients in disputes with tax and customs authorities. He is valued by clients for his ability to “give very useful advice – I really like his decision-making skills and he is brilliant in coming up quickly with a solution.”
Ivan Shynkarenko has a wide range of industry expertise. One source singles him out as “an expert in customs issues and transfer pricing.”
Significant clients
Bunge, Louis Dreyfus Commodities, IDS, Cargill, Noble Resources.
For details please follow the link: Chambers Europe 2015.