Allen Tan is the Head of Tax for Singapore and Chair of the Asia Pacific Tax Practice Group at Baker McKenzie. He plays a pivotal role in shaping the Firm’s regional tax capabilities and driving the next phase of growth for the Asia Pacific tax practice.
Allen’s expertise is widely recognised across the region, where he is frequently engaged by multinational corporations and investment funds as a trusted adviser on high-stakes transactions and strategic tax planning. His deep technical capability spans advisory and contentious tax matters, including complex issues in transfer pricing, indirect tax, and cross-border structuring. Coupled with a strong understanding of the regional tax and economic environment, Allen combines legal insight with commercial acumen to deliver practical, forward-looking solutions. This distinctive approach has earned him a reputation as the adviser of choice for clients navigating the increasingly complex tax and investment landscape in Asia Pacific.
Allen’s leadership and technical excellence have been consistently recognised by leading legal directories. He has been ranked Band 1 for Tax in Singapore by Chambers Asia Pacific since 2013, and named a Leading Individual for Tax by Legal 500 Asia Pacific since 2019. He is also recognised as a Tax Controversy and Indirect Tax Leader by the International Tax Review since 2013, and as Asia T...
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Allen Tan is widely recognised for his deep expertise in complex tax matters, particularly in transfer pricing and indirect taxation. He is well recognised for expertly leading corporations that regularly seek his strategic counsel on both domestic and international tax issues.