Domestic and international, corporate and financial transactions

... at home and abroad, with tax authorities and with clients: our expertise pivots.

Our team of Tax experts excels in M&A and intra-group reorganisations, capital markets and structured finance transactions, assisting large Dutch and non-Dutch multinational companies and banks with their complex tax matters.

Across the full gambit of Dutch tax law, (including corporate income tax and dividend withholding tax), and all international tax issues, we provide tailored advice for our clients. We frequently negotiate their tax matters with the Dutch Tax Authorities, and with a substantial legal opinion practice, we regularly provide assistance to foreign counsel on the Dutch tax aspects of corporate and financial transactions.

We also advise on the tax aspects of innovative financial instruments, stock option and shares plans, and provides advice on the structuring and analysis of investment funds for retail and institutional investors, as well as the private equity industry.

Recent Matters

26 January 2026

De Brauw advises Baker Tilly Netherlands and Inflexion on Baker Tilly Netherlands and Belgium merger

De Brauw advised Baker Tilly Netherlands, a leading accountancy and advisory services firm, and Inflexion, a leading European mid-market private equity firm, on the merger of Baker Tilly Netherlands with Baker Tilly Belgium. With this merger, Baker Tilly Netherlands and Baker Tilly Belgium become an international firm for audit and advisory services. This transaction marks a significant step in building an international platform and strengthening the international strategy of Baker Tilly Netherlands and Baker Tilly Belgium. Closing of the transaction is subject to customary regulatory conditions and works council consultation.
9 January 2026

De Brauw advises Platinum Equity on its acquisition of Solo Group

De Brauw acted as Dutch counsel to Platinum Equity on its acquisition of Solo Group, a European market leader in business-to-business personalizable products, from company founder Alain Milgrom and management. Solo's management retains a stake in the business.
8 January 2026

De Brauw advises Tortuga Resorts on its USD 2 billion acquisition of 14 resort assets from Hyatt

De Brauw, as Dutch counsel, advised Tortuga Resorts, a joint venture between an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners, LLC and Rodina, in its USD 2 billion acquisition of 14 all-inclusive resort assets located across Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica from Hyatt Hotels Corporation. In connection with closing, Tortuga and Hyatt have entered into 50-year management agreements for 13 of the 14 properties in the portfolio.

Clients cite 'pragmatism, high quality of service, pro-active, a good level of awareness', and 'excellent tax technical know-how'. It 'provides for a comforting cooperation, even on the most complex of matters'.

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Tax Dispute Resolution

We have a strong track record of developing innovative and holistic strategies for resolving tax disputes, and we are pioneers in international dispute resolution mechanisms. Due to our unique position, we can assist regardless of the authority involved or what type of proceedings this concerns.

Our fully integrated team of market-leading tax and litigation lawyers combine their extensive knowledge of, and proven expertise in, cross-border and domestic tax issues, with their unrivalled capacity to handle (often high-profile) tax disputes.

Our international outlook guarantees a truly coherent strategy to deliver on cross-border matters, such as where MNE or investment management and fund structures are concerned. Our independence and privilege protection assures an unbiased approach.