Representing some of the leading international tech companies operating in Taiwan, Baker McKenzie ’s tax department benefits from the firm’s integrated international presence and its strong front bench of partners. The department is regularly trusted by clients to advise on both transactional tax issues and long-term strategic planning. Department co-head Michael Wong is a seasoned advisor to the firm’s high-value tech clients, focusing on tax structuring aspects of complex international transactions. He is joined by Dennis Lee, a Taiwanese tax expert valued by international clients operating in the country. Most recently the firm has advised Google on the tax implications of a slew of high-value acquisitions.

Working with a diverse clientele of US and European tech companies, Eiger’s tax arm boasts an impressive workforce of finance minded partners and CPAs. Clients with interests in the EU benefit from the firm’s close ties with Europe and it’s understanding of European tax law, as well as the firm’s integration with its global office network. John Eastwood leads the department with decades of experience in corporate law and finance, regularly advising on tax liabilities and obligations for multinationals operating in Taiwan. Associate Holly Chu handles tax matters for one of the world’s most famous social media companies, and is particularly well placed to handle tax matters relating to the expanding offshore wind farm industry. Transfer pricing expert Joanne Lee is noted for her work in the  entertainment, technology and telecoms sectors.

Benefitting from good working relationships with key accounting firms operating in Taipei, Chien Yeh Law Offices’ tax department specialises in administrative remedial proceedings, including correction, application for reinvestigation, administrative appeal, and administrative litigation. Practice head Michael Wang specialises in public law and regulatory proceedings, advising clients on tariff reductions and tax settlements negotiations. Charice Lin has had recent notable successes in environmental tax matters, while Judy YC Chang is noted for her work in tax litigation and dispute resolution.

As well as handling day-to-day transactions and ensuring regulatory compliance, Guo Ju Law Firm are also trusted by clients to advise on long-term strategic tax planning. The firm regularly advises corporate clients and government agencies on regulatory compliance and the drafting of tax policy. Robert Shih , Paul Chu  and Alex Hsin  are key contacts.