Special Counsel, Wellington
Fiona Heiford
Contact
- Wellington office
- DDI +64 4 462 0945
- M +64 21 146 0906
Profile
Fiona is a highly experienced tax lawyer specialising in commercial transactions. With over 25 years’ experience in tax law, she has particular expertise in the binding rulings regime and financial arrangements. She also advises on inbound and outbound investments and has recent experience in advising on permanent establishment issues.
Fiona delivers pragmatic, strategic advice on complex tax issues, drawing on her extensive experience both in private practice and at Inland Revenue. Her unique blend of technical knowledge and commercial acumen ensures clients receive tailored, practical solutions to achieve their commercial objectives.
“Fiona always provides prompt and accurate tax advice. We have been pleased to work with her on a number of occasions and have been grateful for the cost-effective solutions put forward.”
Chambers and Partners
"Very responsive and thorough. Good value – excellent performance in terms of value for money."
Chambers and Partners
"Fiona Heiford and Tony Wilkinson – they are amazing superstars – cannot say enough good things!"
Gerry Rea Partners
- Member of the International Fiscal Association (IFA)
Experience
Sector / Expertise
Work highlights
Advising BV Investment Partners
on aspects of its strategic investment into Kami, a leading classroom engagement and teacher productivity content provider to the US and global K12 market
Advising on corporate restructures
Advising on the implications of financial arrangements
Acting for clients
on binding ruling applications
Advising on cross border structures
involving dual residents