Dentons strengthens national tax capability with appointment of Brisbane Partner Pierre Chao

Australia—Dentons, the world’s largest law firm, has strengthened its national Tax practice with the appointment of Partner Pierre Chao in Brisbane.

Pierre advises across Australian Federal taxation law, including income tax, capital gains tax, GST and international tax. He brings extensive experience in ATO reviews, objections and litigation, together with broader expertise in commercial contracting, dispute resolution, funds management, wills and estates.

Before entering private practice, Pierre spent 10 years with the Australian Taxation Office. He regularly advises on real property development projects, corporate transactions and restructures, complex estate matters and commercial disputes.

His experience includes advising major property developers on tax structuring and ATO disputes; corporate groups on CGT rollovers, small business CGT concessions and tax consolidation; and foreign entities on international tax treaties, withholding tax and CGT concessions.

Fluent in Mandarin, Pierre has extensive experience assisting clients in international trade, particularly those from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. His work includes foreign currency exchange, international finance, family office structures, estate planning and succession planning for foreign nationals and families living in China.

Lead Tax Partner Sue Williamson said, “Pierre’s appointment adds valuable depth to our national tax capability. His ATO background, strong disputes experience and practical understanding of complex transactions and structures will help us deliver integrated, commercially focused advice to clients.”

Australian Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Australasia, Amber Warren said, “Pierre brings a distinctive combination of technical tax knowledge, regulatory insight and cross-border experience. His appointment supports our continued growth in Brisbane and strengthens the way we help clients manage increasingly complex domestic and international tax issues.”

Commenting on his appointment, Pierre Chao said, “I’m delighted to join Dentons and contribute to its growing national Tax practice. I look forward to working with colleagues across the firm to help clients navigate complex taxation, commercial and cross-border matters.”

Pierre’s appointment enhances Dentons’ support for corporate groups, property developers, international businesses, families and private clients across advisory, transactional, planning and tax controversy matters.