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Combining the knowledge of local laws and cultures with a global reach is just one of the ways Baker & McKenzie separates itself from other firms. Our genuinely global perspective allows us to operate without boundaries around the world, in every jurisdiction that is important to your business.

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Tax Dispute Resolution

Representing multinational clients in controversies with tax authorities is a major focus of our Global Tax Practice. Our lawyers provide strategic advice, assistance and advocacy at every stage of a controversy — from the audit, where it is important to control the flow of information and development of issues, through the dispute resolution process, where a persuasive and logical presentation of the case merits is key. Our lawyers, including many who have worked in various government agencies, are seasoned in the use of alternative dispute resolution techniques and litigation in courts. They not only understand procedural rules and substantive issues but bring to the table creative approaches to problem solving.

Tax issues and audits increasingly have a global focus, and require global solutions. Our tax controversy lawyers routinely practice in national courts that address tax issues, and have handled many of the most important domestic and international litigation matters in numerous jurisdictions, including the United States, Canada, and various countries in Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.

The 2011 edition of Baker & McKenzie's European Handling Tax Dispute Resolution Handbook provides sound guidance on issues involved in managing tax controversies in 15 European countries, as well as key information on litigation before the European Court of Justice, the competent authority process and the European Arbitration Convention.
The removal of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) last August 2011 means companies operating in British Columbia will have to change their collection and administration of sales tax upon the return of the Goods and Services Tax and Provincial Sales Tax.
How do the economic sanctions against Iran, Libya and Syria impact your business? Our lawyers examine the latest developments and share guidance on the scope of EU and US restrictions, the factors affecting interpretation of sanctions, and responsibilities of companies doing business with the three countries.
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We understand your industry, culture and goals. Our innovative solutions extend beyond practices and borders, just as your business needs do.

Our global perspective is based on our knowledge of local laws and customs everywhere we operate, while our lawyers understand issues across a broad spectrum of business and legal practices. This fluency allows us to bring the right talent and knowledge to deliver world-class commercially pragmatic advice.

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Every day our more than 3,800 lawyers, economists, tax advisors and other professionals share insights and best practices across borders and practices. We speak more than 75 languages and represent more than 55 nationalities, and the close relationships among our people fosters the trust needed to develop and deliver world-class solutions to multinational clients.

We share an uncompromising commitment to excellence, which explains why more of our lawyers are included as leading lawyers in the Chambers Global Guide to the World’s Best Lawyers than any other Global 20 law firm.

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Passionately global
We are passionately global — it's in our DNA.

We started with a vision of going global and were in eight countries before our 10th anniversary. Today we have 69 offices in 42 countries -- including the emerging markets so important to the growth of your business.
We offer world-class career opportunities around the globe, while our entrepreneurial culture makes Baker & McKenzie a unique place to develop professionally.

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