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Corporate tax

Corporate tax

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Overview

Businesses operating in today’s global marketplace face complex issues throughout the corporate tax lifecycle. From formation and financing to acquisition, restructuring and integration, every stage presents tax challenges that carry significant financial and operational implications.

Market demands, regulatory frameworks and the rise of cross-border operations mean businesses need specialist guidance that not only ensures compliance, but also drives forward their commercial objectives and secures long-term success.

Building intelligent tax solutions

An international powerhouse, our Corporate Tax group acts for domestic and global corporates across a broad sweep of tax advisory and transactional tax matters. We serve a diverse client base, ranging from closely held businesses and private equity sponsors to Fortune 500 companies. We partner with them to navigate cross-border operations, regulatory frameworks and evolving market demands, which are fundamental to any organisation’s long-term success.

Our corporate tax advice includes the structure, negotiation and documentation in connection with the formation, financing and acquisition or disposition of public and private entities. We also advise on post-acquisition restructuring and integration of such entities. Working closely with our colleagues in M&A, Corporate Finance, Employee Benefits and other practice groups, we provide an integrated, team-based approach that keeps each client's overall business objectives at the center of the process.  

Clients trust us to develop intelligent solutions grounded in a deep understanding of the context and commercial realities that drive transactions. By guiding businesses through every stage of the tax lifecycle, we enable bold, informed decisions. Our global corporate tax service draws on cross-practice expertise in corporate, commercial, real estate and finance taxation, delivering integrated advice tailored to each client’s needs.

Our services

Our corporate tax and controversy practice includes representation across a wide range of matters:

  • Structure, negotiation, and documentation for the formation, financing, acquisition or disposition of public and private entities
  • Post-acquisition restructuring and integration
  • Planning and implementation of tax-efficient structures
  • Support for real estate and investment funds
  • International tax advisory services with a business-driven approach

A globally recognized team

Renowned for delivering exceptional results in an increasingly complex tax landscape, our team has consistently received excellent client feedback from our clients. These insights have been independently researched by tax specialist industry publications such as the International Tax Review, and leading legal directories Chambers and Partners and Legal 500.

BCLP’s tax team is immersed in the relevant markets and asset classes in which they operate and has a deep understanding of those markets.

Legal 500 UK 2026

BCLP is highly responsive and demonstrates high levels of client service and care. They highlight relevant tax law changes ahead of time and draw out their significance and relevance

Chambers UK 2026


Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley
+44 (0) 20 3400 2323
Tim Glasgow
Tim Glasgow
+1 303 866 0334

Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley
+44 (0) 20 3400 2323
Tim Glasgow
Tim Glasgow
+1 303 866 0334

Meet the team


Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley
+44 (0) 20 3400 2323
Tim Glasgow
Tim Glasgow
+1 303 866 0334

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HMRC Compliance Activity in the Real Estate Sector: Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in Property Week

Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in Property Week on 2 September 2026 in an article examining HMRC's increased scrutiny of large property groups and the growing challenges facing taxpayers seeking certainty on the tax treatment of transactions.
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Sep 01, 2026

Capital Gains Tax Receipts: Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in GB News

Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in GB News on 30 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts and whether the recent increase can be sustained over the longer term. Elizabeth warned that the rise in CGT liabilities may be temporary and driven by taxpayers bringing forward disposals ahead of anticipated tax changes.
News
Sep 01, 2026

Elizabeth Bradley Discusses Capital Gains Tax Trends in the Daily Mail

Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in the Daily Mail on 29 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts and the impact of taxpayer behaviour on future tax revenues. Elizabeth commented that the recent surge in CGT liabilities may be driven by forestalling ahead of anticipated tax changes.
News
Aug 31, 2026

“Bumper Liabilities” Could be Borrowing From Future Years - Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in the International Advisor

Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in the International Advisor on 27 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts and whether the recent increase can be sustained over the longer term. Elizabeth warned that the surge in CGT liabilities may reflect taxpayers bringing forward disposals ahead of anticipated tax changes, potentially reducing tax receipts in future years.
News
Aug 31, 2026

Elizabeth Bradley Comments on the Future of Capital Gains Tax Receipts in 'This is Money'

Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in This is Money on 27 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax receipts and the potential impact of taxpayer behaviour ahead of expected tax changes.
News
Aug 31, 2026

Future Capital Gains Tax Receipts: Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in GB News

Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in GB News on 27 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax receipts and the potential implications for future tax revienues. 
News
Jun 10, 2026

BCLP Ranked in US Legal 500

Related insights

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Sep 18, 2026
BCLP wins five awards at the 22nd Annual International Tax Review Awards 2026
News
Sep 03, 2026
HMRC Compliance Activity in the Real Estate Sector: Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in Property Week
Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in Property Week on 2 September 2026 in an article examining HMRC's increased scrutiny of large property groups and the growing challenges facing taxpayers seeking certainty on the tax treatment of transactions.
News
Sep 01, 2026
Capital Gains Tax Receipts: Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in GB News
Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in GB News on 30 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts and whether the recent increase can be sustained over the longer term. Elizabeth warned that the rise in CGT liabilities may be temporary and driven by taxpayers bringing forward disposals ahead of anticipated tax changes.
News
Sep 01, 2026
Elizabeth Bradley Discusses Capital Gains Tax Trends in the Daily Mail
Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in the Daily Mail on 29 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts and the impact of taxpayer behaviour on future tax revenues. Elizabeth commented that the recent surge in CGT liabilities may be driven by forestalling ahead of anticipated tax changes.
News
Aug 31, 2026
“Bumper Liabilities” Could be Borrowing From Future Years - Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in the International Advisor
Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in the International Advisor on 27 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax (CGT) receipts and whether the recent increase can be sustained over the longer term. Elizabeth warned that the surge in CGT liabilities may reflect taxpayers bringing forward disposals ahead of anticipated tax changes, potentially reducing tax receipts in future years.
News
Aug 31, 2026
Elizabeth Bradley Comments on the Future of Capital Gains Tax Receipts in 'This is Money'
Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in This is Money on 27 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax receipts and the potential impact of taxpayer behaviour ahead of expected tax changes.
News
Aug 31, 2026
Future Capital Gains Tax Receipts: Elizabeth Bradley Quoted in GB News
Elizabeth Bradley, Global Practice Group Leader for our Tax, Employee Benefits and Private Client practice, was quoted in GB News on 27 August 2026 in an article examining record Capital Gains Tax receipts and the potential implications for future tax revienues. 
Awards
Jul 23, 2026
BCLP Recognized in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026
News
Jun 10, 2026
BCLP Ranked in US Legal 500