Chris is head of the VAT practice. He advises a broad range of clients but has a particular focus on financial services, real estate, and luxury assets.His team advises on all aspects of VAT including the establishment of new investment vehicles; partial exemption methods and other matters pertaining to VAT recovery; structuring of property transactions and property holding arrangements; implementation of outsourcing arrangements; M&A; and the acquisition, use and disposal of yachts, aircraft, and artwork.Chris has extensive experience of handling disputes with tax authorities. He is a solicitor, a chartered accountant, and chartered tax advisor.

Advised businesses primarily in relation to banking, investment management and real estate. Also gained significant and broad experience in relation to M&A, HNW, not-for-profit and retail.