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To expand its deep bench of senior advisers, Baker McKenzie has named Kieran Egan as special counsel within the firm’s Australian tax practice.
Egan, who operates out of Sydney, brings over two decades of experience to Baker McKenzie, where he has guided both domestic and international clients through intricate tax landscapes.
His comprehensive background spans corporate and transactional taxation, tax disputes, restructurings, insolvency scenarios, state-level levies, the mitigation of tax risks, and foreign investment strategies.
Egan serves as a trusted adviser to prominent Australian corporations, investors, and government entities.
Over the course of his career, Egan has provided counsel to clients across numerous sectors, including energy, resources, technology, infrastructure, and real estate.
Having experience advising state governments, public and private corporations, and statutory authorities, Egan is known for blending extensive technical tax knowledge with pragmatic commercial insight and assisting clients in managing intricate deals, strategic decisions, and regulatory oversight.
Simone Bridges, head of tax at Baker McKenzie Australia, recognised Egan’s expertise and what he brings to the team in Sydney.
“We are happy to have Kieran join our team to further solidify the bench strength of our market-leading Sydney tax team,” Bridges said.
Anne-Marie Allgrove, national managing partner at Baker McKenzie Australia, reflected on the appointment and how Egan will solidify the firm’s high-achieving taxation team.
“Kieran’s appointment reflects our continued investment in high-calibre talent and our commitment to providing clients with market-leading expertise across key practice areas,” Allgrove said.
“His extensive experience further strengthens our Australian tax practice and enhances the support we provide to clients navigating increasingly complex business and regulatory challenges.”
Commenting on his appointment, Egan said: “Baker McKenzie is widely recognised for its unparalleled global platform, outstanding tax practice and commitment to helping clients succeed in an increasingly complex international environment.
“I am excited to join the firm and look forward to working with colleagues across Australia and around the world to support clients on their most important opportunities and challenges.”
