Grant Wardell-Johnson also suggests there could be solutions to the friction between the US and the OECD when it comes to pillar two
The president had so far avoided announcing tariffs on the US’s neighbours despite previous threats
The firm brought in three managing directors from EY and Deloitte in Europe; in other news, KPMG’s bid to practise law in US was delayed
Holland & Knight, Nelson Mullins and McCarter & English made the joint-most tax partner hires in the US last year, according to annual ITR Talent Tracker data
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Sponsored by Ritch MuellerOscar López Velarde and Samantha Oseguera of Ritch Mueller examine the uncertainty surrounding Mexico’s 4.9% withholding tax on interest payments to US banks and its impact on cross-border credit amid shifting Mexico–US political dynamics
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Sponsored by KPMG SwedenAnna Valdemarsson and Heléne Markström of KPMG Sweden welcome the suggested changes in the recently published review, which are designed to enhance the use of expert tax relief in the country
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Sponsored by HLB ThailandPaul Ashburn and Anna Selina De Vera of HLB Thailand say the decree underlines the country’s commitment to pillar two implementation as Thailand aims to become one of the first two Southeast Asian countries to join the OECD
Thomson Reuters now has ‘end-to-end capability’ for its tax workflow business, according to its president for tax accounting and audit professionals
A ‘second piece of the puzzle’ for the software regarding filing requirements is still to arrive, Tax Systems’ chief solutions officer Russell Gammon tells ITR
Jaime Carey wishes to broaden the IBA’s visibility in Africa and Asia during his tenure
Baker McKenzie’s survey of 600 corporate counsel also found that global employee mobility issues were a key driver of tax controversy
The private client practice joining Withers comprises eight lawyers, three paralegals and additional staff members
Overall tax revenues grew by over 10% in 2024 when discounting the 'distorted' Apple payout, the Irish government said
Skatteforvaltningen is being represented by international law firm Hughes Hubbard in its efforts to reclaim monies related to an alleged long-running international fraud
While new technology won’t replace the human touch, it could help relieve companies’ staffing issues, EY’s David Helmer and Daren Campbell tell ITR
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It is extraordinary that tax advisers in the UK can offer their services without having to join a professional body. This looks like it is coming to an end, Ralph Cunningham writes
Awards
ITR invites tax firms, in-house teams, and tax professionals to make nominations for the 2025 ITR Tax Awards in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific
Awards
The firm also won regional awards for Pro Bono Firm of the Year and Tax Law Firm of the Year
Awards
The firm picked up awards for its work in multiple jurisdictions, while DLA Piper walked away with four individual honours
Awards
ITR is delighted to reveal all the shortlisted nominees for the 2024 Americas Tax Awards