Cécile de Smet | Corporate and Environmental Tax Law Partner
Partner
Practices
Managing relations with the authorities
Tax litigation
Corporate and management taxation
Taxation of associations and the economic and social sector
International taxation
Environmental taxation
Credentials
• DESS (Master II) in Corporate Taxation – Paris Dauphine University
• Master II in Environmental Law – Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne University
• Member of the Paris Bar
Languages: French | English
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Cécile de Smet is tax law partner and co-heads the firm’s tax practice.
She advises companies, executives and multinational groups on all tax matters, including tax advisory and tax litigation.
With significant experience in corporate taxation gained within international and French law firms, she assists clients both upstream of transactions and in their dealings with tax authorities, particularly in the context of tax audits and disputes.
Cécile handles both corporate and personal tax issues and works closely with other practice groups to address the tax aspects of complex transactions.
She advises on research and innovation tax credits (CIR, CII) and specific tax regimes such as JEI and approval procedures.
Holding degrees in corporate tax and environmental law, she has developed a specific expertise in environmental taxation and CSR-related tax issues.
Cécile is also committed to pro bono work and was awarded the Paris Bar Pro Bono Award (Solo category).
She is a member of the French Institute of Tax Lawyers (IACF).