A&O Shearman’s tax practice works closely with the firm's broader international network of offices to support banks and private equity funds in a range of matters. Commercial property, railway and aviation are other key sector strengths for the team. Income tax, transactional matters and tax disputes are prominent in the group's workload. Practice head Michal Dušek's 'ability to understand complex tax issues while providing solutions that are sustainable and strategically beneficial is exceptional in the field'; he often advises on VAT and indirect taxes.

Baker & McKenzie s.r.o., advokátní kancelář's team is active in a wide spectrum of tax matters, including local and international tax planning, indirect taxes and customs duties. The group draws on the firm's international network to assist clients in the energy, media and technology sectors with tax litigation and audits. The practice has a solid track record in advising on the tax aspects of M&A transactions. Eliška Komínková spearheads the department and advises on Czech and European regulations relating to VAT and corporate and income tax, as well as the tax aspects of restructuring issues.

Bríza & Trubac has an excellent reputation in the tax arena. The group has established expertise in representing clients in cases relating to tax fraud and tax crime proceedings. The group regularly acts for companies and high-net-worth individuals in mandates. The 'excellent' Ondřej Trubač is well known for his expertise in tax litigation, while Tomáš Hokr advises on high-profile VAT and corporate tax cases and Patrik Koželuha handles tax fraud prevention and international tax matters; the trio co-head the practice. Karolína Koubková brings experience in contentious tax matters. Tomáš Munzar has left the firm.

Kocián Šolc Balaštík's tax practice has an excellent reputation in the Czech market, with a solid track record in handling tax litigation, personal income tax issues of foreign nationals and residents, and cross-border tax issues relating to business restructurings and international holding structures. Other key areas of instruction include assisting with the tax aspects of pension fund investments. Helena Navrátilová brings expertise in international tax, tax planning, and income tax matters; she co-heads the department with VAT specialist Jan Černohouz, who is a key contact for international investors. Ema Kačurová acts on personal income and corporate tax mandates.

The 'experienced' tax team at Clifford Chance handles a broad range of matters, including disputes involving VAT, transfer pricing issues, and real estate tax matters. The practice also counts restructuring work as a key area of strength. David Koláček heads the department, and is well known for his expertise in advising on tax issues concerning joint ventures and M&A deals. Petr Šebesta has a solid track record in handling the tax aspects of debt and equity financing.

Deloitte Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelár regularly advises on transfer pricing issues, tax audits and tax compliance work, and coordinates with the firm's corporate and finance departments to advise on tax fraud prevention. Practice head Jiřina Procházková brings 'deep expertise in resolving complex tax disputes and regulatory matters', and often advises on cases involving VAT fraud issues. Alena Wagner Dugová assists with cross-border tax litigation, and Katerina Devlin advises on tax disputes concerning VAT deductions.

The 'excellent' tax team at boutique firm KempHoogstad is highly regarded for its strength in advising on both compliance and transactional matters. The client base includes high-net-worth individuals and leading regional and global law firms, which instruct the group in VAT, customs and excise tax cases. The group is co-led by Bohdana Pražská, who handles indirect and direct tax matters, and the 'extremely helpful' Filip Dostál. Veronika Reková is a name to note.

KPMG Legal, Czech Republic’s extensive tax practice is well versed in handling both contentious and advisory work for an established client base of individuals and large corporations. The group acts on domestic and cross-mandates, and is noted for its strength in tax investigations. The team is equally adept at assisting with the tax aspects of M&A transactions and international holding structures. Radek Halíček is a key contact for banks and insurance companies, Viktor Dušek brings experience in assisting with tax administrative proceedings, and Jana Fuksová handles tax litigation in the banking and investment funds space; the trio collectively head the department.

PRK Partners’ tax team works in coordination with the firm's employment department to support clients in matters involving tax structuring, personal income tax and the tax aspects of transactional matters. Cross-border mandates are prominent in the group's workload. Jan Bürger, who focuses on corporate tax, VAT, and property tax, co-leads the team with Martin Švalbach, who brings expertise in international tax law as well as advising on the tax aspects of investment funds.

ROWAN LEGAL’s 'technically outstanding and relentlessly pragmatic' team routinely advises on the tax structuring of M&A transactions, and is well versed in handling cross-border mandates within the automotive, energy, and technology sectors. The group has a strong track record in acting for clients in tax litigation, often appearing before the Supreme Court in VAT and income tax disputes. The client base includes start-ups and private equity investors. Practice head Vladimír Hejduk is 'a brilliant negotiator' with expertise in contentious matters and tax compliance issues. Simona Mlýnek Štursová's 'in-depth knowledge of compliance and regulatory issues adds a robust layer of protection for clients'.

The 'thorough and reliable' tax team at Weinhold Legal frequently liaises with the firm’s finance and accounting departments to support clients on tax matters pertaining to real estate and corporate transactions. The group regularly advises on personal income, excise and inheritance tax. Daniel Weinhold heads the practice and primarily focuses on tax disputes, with an established track record in advising on tax issues in the Czech media. Weinhold is ably supported by the 'highly experienced' Martin Lukáš, who brings experience in representing Czech and multinational companies in tax arbitration.

White & Case, s.r.o., advokátní kancelář ’s tax team is highly regarded for its expertise in assisting with the tax aspects of energy and infrastructure projects, as well as appearing before the Supreme Court in complex tax disputes. The client base includes global corporations and domestic financial institutions. Jan Pařík spearheads the practice, and has expertise in advising on cross-border corporate and income tax. Milan Horák's workload includes VAT, tax audits, and tax structuring matters.

At bnt attorneys-at-law, the tax practice is regularly instructed in tax audits, tax due diligence and real estate tax issues. Other key areas of instruction for the group include double taxation treaties and cross-border VAT tax issues. Practice head Lenka Zachardová has extensive experience in corporate income tax matters.

The tax practice at Dentons often acts for clients in the energy, financial services, and technology sectors, and fields experience in handling the tax aspects of real estate, banking, and corporate transactions. Tax compliance issues and tax disputes are other key areas of instruction for the team. The department is co-led by Petr Kotáb, who handles international tax matters, and Lukáš Poulík, who assists with tax planning and structuring issues.

The tax practice at PETERKA & PARTNERS is active in transfer pricing, VAT, and personal income tax matters, and routinely handles cross-border corporate tax issues from the firm's offices across the CEE region. Other key areas of instruction include international tax cases and tax structuring strategies for M&A transactions. Practice head Rostislav Frelich advises on customs duties, excise taxes, and VAT matters.

PricewaterhouseCoopers Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelář’s tax practice is well known for its strength in handling litigation concerning transfer pricing, tax deductibility and VAT deductions. The group is also adept in advising on Czech tax procedures. Petr J. Syrovátko heads the department, and assists with tax disputes and administrative proceedings; he is ably supported by Radim Hanák and Lucie Fuksová.