Michelmores appoints Head of Tax

Following the announcement of strong year end results, Michelmores Solicitors has further strengthened its real estate and business teams with the appointment of Simon Rose as Head of Tax. 

He joins from Nabarro where he chaired their International Tax Network and becomes Michelmores 62nd partner.

Simon Rose is a solicitor, Chartered Tax Advisor and an Associate of the Institute of Indirect Taxation with more than 20 years' experience advising on all taxes in relation to a wide variety of structures. He advises on UK and offshore funds in the real estate and private equity sectors, encompassing a wide range of collective investment vehicles including limited partnerships, unit trusts, open-ended investment companies and hybrid funds.

Emma Honey, Head of Michelmores' Real Estate Group said: “Simon's reputation in corporate tax will boost our strong real estate and international corporate capability, and will play a significant role in our strategic plans for growth going forward in London and Exeter."

Simon Rose commented: “Michelmores’ impressive year end results reflect the firm’s ambition and capability.

"The real estate and business teams have a dynamic and innovative offer and I am greatly relishing the challenge that this affords me.”

During the past financial year Michelmores has added over 100 people to its headcount across its offices in Exeter, London and Bristol, bringing the firm to 400 people, including partner lateral hires and promotions in real estate tax, private wealth, corporate, financial services, construction, insurance and education.