Eversheds Sutherland’s esteemed tax practice is renowned for holding company structures in Ireland and restructuring complex cross-border mergers. The firm is active in finance, real estate, and renewable energy. The full-service Irish law firm offers a multijurisdictional advisory service. Tax planning specialist Alan Connell is managing partner and head of tax, supported by partner Robert Dever and senior associate Andre Vermeulen.

The firm advised GRE in relation to the sale of Westwick and the acquisition of Waterfront. It also advised on dividend withholding tax and asset transference pursuant to a new limited partnership.

Senior associate Andre Vermeulen joined the firm during the research period, with solicitor Pamela Brennan also coming on board. Outbound partner Tim Kiely, senior associate Melissa Daly and solicitor Niall Pilkington all left during that time as well.

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