Stijn Janssen joins Withers to launch their Middle East Tax Advisory Office

Stijn Janssen has joined Withers to set up their Middle East tax advisory office in Dubai (DIFC). The Dubai office will focus on international tax advisory services and private client tax services.

Commenting on his new role to Chris Bale, Editor of Tax Grotto, Stijn said:

“I believe the time is right for a firm of Withers’ calibre to make an entrance to the Middle Eastern market. I very much look forward to developing the Withers brand in the region and to build an international tax practice of the highest standards, serving corporates, private clients and governments, and be part of the reputable and fast expanding international tax practice of the firm.”

Stijn joins from EY Dubai where he was a Tax Partner and MENA Leader for Private Client Services since 2013. Prior to this his career was spent with Loyens & Loeff in Amsterdam, Tokyo and Dubai. From 2008 to 2013 he was the Local Managing Partner for Loyens & Loeff’s Dubai office.