From structuring your business to planning tax-efficient transactions and managing international tax matters, our business tax services are designed to reduce liabilities and improve your financial position.
Tax planning is at the core of what we do. We work closely with you to create tailored strategies that align with your business goals. By reviewing your tax position, identifying opportunities, and putting effective measures in place, we help lower your tax bill and boost profitability. Whether it’s making the most of tax deductions, using incentives, or improving processes, our aim is to deliver clear results.
Choosing the right business structure is a key part of managing tax obligations. Our team provides clear advice on setting up or reorganising your business, ensuring the structure works to your advantage. From corporations and partnerships to limited companies, we’ll help you decide what’s best for your needs.
Every business deal brings tax challenges. Whether you’re buying, selling, or reorganising, we offer straightforward advice on how to structure transactions in a way that protects your interests and supports your plans.
For businesses working across borders, we provide practical solutions for international tax issues, including transfer pricing and compliance. Our advice helps you meet legal requirements and manage taxes effectively across different countries.
Keeping up with tax regulations is essential. We ensure your returns are filed on time, your reporting is accurate, and any changes to the law are clearly explained. If your business faces a tax audit, we’ll represent you and work to resolve any issues quickly and effectively.
Whatever your tax requirements, we provide clear and practical advice to support your business and help it grow.

Huw Witty
Corporate Tax Partner
Specialising in business tax law
Pre-sale tax planning and structuring for company sales
When it’s time to sell your business, proper tax planning can make all the difference. We work with you to create the most effective tax structure for your sale, helping to reduce tax liabilities and improve financial outcomes. From start to finish, we tailor our advice to suit your goals.
Dealing with the terms of share and asset sale agreements
Share and asset sale agreements can be complex, but getting the details right is essential. We provide clear, practical advice to structure agreements in line with your financial priorities. Whether it’s negotiating warranties, indemnities, or tax clauses, we’ll ensure the terms work in your best interests.
Post-sale wealth planning and structuring
Selling your business is just the start of the next chapter. We help you make the most of your proceeds with practical strategies for managing and structuring your wealth. From investing wisely to efficient tax planning, we’ll guide you in protecting your financial future.
Owner-managed businesses – personal tax planning for shareholders
Shareholders in owner-managed businesses face unique tax challenges. We provide tailored advice to help with dividend planning, tax-efficient income, and managing personal tax obligations. Our goal is to help you maximise income while staying compliant, supporting your personal and business financial goals.
International Tax Advice
Operating across borders brings unique tax challenges. Our international tax services are designed to help businesses navigate the complexities of multiple tax systems and supranational regulations with clarity and confidence.
We provide expert guidance on key areas, including post-acquisition integration, business expansion, divestment, and rationalisation. Whether you’re managing IPOs, public financing, private finance or refinancing, or driving development and innovation, we ensure your tax strategy supports your goals.
Our team works closely with you to align your tax planning with business changes, from restructuring to new ventures. With practical solutions tailored to your needs, we help you manage global tax obligations effectively, ensuring compliance while maximising efficiency and minimising risk.
Why choose Shakespeare Martineau?
- Our team offer prompt and professional service, whether through in-person meetings or virtual consultations, you can trust that our advice will be timely and professional, helping you feel confident in your legal matters, every step of the way
- We provide advice that is not only pragmatic and quick but also easy to understand. Every lawyer in our firm is approachable, helpful, and committed to offering reliable legal solutions, making the process straightforward for clients
- Our clear and easily understandable approach has kept clients coming back for years, knowing they can depend on us for comprehensive legal support time and time again
- Our clients regularly highlight the exceptional expertise and professionalism of our lawyers. Our team cares deeply about every aspect of your case, ensuring you receive a thorough and attentive service


Tailored Tax Solutions
We deliver bespoke tax advice to meet your business’s unique needs, focusing on reducing liabilities and enhancing profitability. From planning tax-efficient transactions to managing compliance, our clear, practical approach ensures your business is well-positioned for financial success.
Transaction Expertise
Our team supports businesses with structuring mergers, acquisitions, and reorganisations. We provide straightforward advice to protect your financial interests and ensure every transaction is handled smoothly, efficiently, and with minimal tax exposure.
International Tax Support
For businesses operating across borders, we offer practical guidance on managing global tax obligations. From transfer pricing to compliance, our solutions help you handle international tax challenges while maintaining efficiency and profitability.
Proactive Compliance and Audit Support
Stay on top of tax regulations with our proactive compliance advice. We ensure accurate reporting and timely filings, and in the event of a tax audit, our experienced team provides expert representation to resolve any issues effectively.
Meet our business tax team
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Wherever you are on your journey, our business tax specialists are here to answer any questions you might have
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business tax FAQs
We provide robust support during tax audits, representing your business and liaising directly with tax authorities. Our team works to resolve issues efficiently, ensuring your interests are protected. With extensive experience handling audits, we aim to reduce stress and achieve the best possible outcome for your business.
Yes, we advise on structuring employee benefits such as share schemes, bonuses, and pensions in a tax-efficient way. This helps attract and retain talent while managing costs and compliance effectively, ensuring both employees and the business benefit.
We offer both. Whether you need a one-off consultation for a specific issue or ongoing support as your business evolves, our flexible services are tailored to your needs. We aim to provide practical advice that adds real value to your business.
We help businesses make the most of tax incentives, such as R&D tax credits, to support development and innovation. Our advice ensures you maximise reliefs while staying compliant, allowing your business to invest in new ideas and future growth.