K&L Gates hires Paul Beausang from Nabarro’s

Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLP (“K&L Gates”) has announced the appointment of Paul Beausang as partner.  He joined the firm on 28 April 2008, from Nabarro where he was a partner.

Paul’s experience is advising on a wide range of tax issues.  He has a particular focus on property  tax matters as well as corporation tax, capital gains, VAT, stamp duty and Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT).  He is a member of the Law Society Revenue Committee, Stamp Taxes Practitioners Group  and the tax panel of the Association of Real Estate Funds.  His work is both domestic and international, advising onshore and offshore investors.

Tony Griffiths, K&L Gates’ London Administrative Partner, said: “We are delighted that a lawyer of Paul’s profile and experience has decided to join our Tax Group.  In particular Paul’s proven track record in advising real estate investment vehicles will help further develop, broaden and strengthen our relationship with our institutional real estate clients.”

Paul Beausang, said: “I am pleased to be joining K&L Gates at such an exciting time in the firm’s progression.  K&L Gates’ international profile, together with its established real estate practice, gives me a fantastic opportunity to expand the tax capability and further develop our international offering.”