Simon specialises in all aspects of VAT, advising on a wide range of sectors, including structured debt, real estate, funds, corporate, insurance, energy, aviation, as well as the non-profit sector and disputes.
Advising on the VAT aspects of many of the market's biggest and most complex real estate (commercial/residential acquisitions, developments and refinancings) and corporate (acquisitions, mergers and joint ventures) transactions.
Advising on the VAT aspects of a variety of energy projects, including renewables (solar and wind), oil and gas, nuclear, as well as transactions involving carbon credits.
Advising a global investment bank on disputes with HMRC in relation to VAT grouping and Partial Exemption Special Method (PESM) matters.
Advising on the VAT aspects of a large number of securitisations, including major mortgage, credit card and vehicle financing programmes and whole business securitisations.
