Copenhagen Tax Arbitration Conference
Copenhagen Tax Arbitration Conference
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Copenhagen Tax Arbitration Conference brings together top tax leaders, academics and advisors on October 30th 2025 at Tivoli’s H.C. Andersen Hall.
Hear keynote insights from Prof. Pasquale Pistone and Timothy Lyons KC, alongside senior tax professionals from AstraZeneca, Ørsted, KPMG, and Andersen KAER. Explore high-stakes arbitration, double taxation, and the EU Arbitration Directive — and connect with peers at the forefront of global tax dispute resolution.
The conference is pre-approved by the Danish Bar Council as relevant mandatory continuing education for lawyers and trainee lawyers, accrediting 7.5 hours.
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09.00
Welcome and Opening Remarks
09.00Kick-off by senior representatives from KPMG Acor Tax, The Danish Institute of Arbitration, ANDERSEN KAER Law Firm and Aalborg University, setting the stage for a day of strategic insights and practical guidance.
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09.15
Session 1: Legal Foundations and Innovations in International Tax Arbitration
09.1509:15 – 10:00 | Prof. Pasquale Pistone – Institutional Frameworks for Resolving EU and Global Tax Disputes
10:00 – 10:10 | Q&A
10:10 – 10:55 | Timothy Lyons – Bridging Theory and Practice in Tax Arbitration
10:55 – 11:05 | Q&A
11:05 – 11:20 | Coffee Break
11:20 – 12:05 | Rita da Cunha – Adjudicative Mechanisms and Legal Certainty in Tax Matters
12:05 – 12:15 | Q&A
Timothy Lyons
QC, BL, PhD, Barrister
39 Essex Chambers
Beskrivelse
Leading UK barrister (Queen’s Counsel) with a strong academic and tax litigation background.
Pasquale Pistone
Full Professor of Tax Law; Academic Chairman
University of Salerno; IBFD
Beskrivelse
Professor of Tax Law at the University of Salerno and Academic Chairman at IBFD, recognized authority in EU and international tax law.
Rita da Cunha
Barrister; Presiding Arbitrator in Tax Matters
Field Court Tax Chambers; CAAD
Beskrivelse
London-based barrister with significant experience in tax arbitration, serving as Presiding Arbitrator at CAAD in Portugal.
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12.15
Networking Lunch
12.15An opportunity to connect with peers and speakers over lunch in the iconic Tivoli setting.
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13.15
Session 2: Taxpayer Perspectives – Real-World Challenges and Solutions
13.15Panelists:
- Sarah Blakelock (AstraZeneca)
- Pernille Nygaard Rasmussen (Ørsted)
Moderator: Henrik Lund (KPMG Acor Tax)
Leading tax professionals share practical experiences and strategic approaches to managing international double taxation and transfer pricing disputes.
Sarah Blakelock
Global Head of Tax Controversy
AstraZeneca
Beskrivelse
Global Head of Tax Controversy at AstraZeneca, with broad experience managing complex cross-border tax disputes.
Henrik Lund
Partner, International Tax and Transfer Pricing
KPMG Acor Tax
Beskrivelse
Experienced advisor specializing in international tax and transfer pricing, assisting multinational enterprises with complex cross-border matters.
Pernille Nygaard Rasmussen
Vice President, Head Finance Business Partnering Commercial at Ørsted, former Head of Tax
Ørsted
Beskrivelse
Previously responsible for M&A tax, transfer pricing and other structuring and international tax issues in Ørsted. Leader for leaders of the M&A tax team and the Transfer Pricing team. Involved in the Tax Policy development and public debate.
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14.15
Coffee Break
14.15 -
14.30
Session 3: EU Tax Arbitration – Disputes, Challenges and Strategic Takeaways
14.30- Stine Andersen – Scope and Relevance of the EU Arbitration Directive
- Rian Waaijer – What Types of Disputes Are Covered? Key Interpretative Issues
- Aldo Mariani – Strategic Takeaways for Multinationals
Q&A with the Experts
Moderator: Dr. Susi Baerentzen (Aalborg university; TotalEnergies)
Gain practical insights into the types of disputes covered under the EU Arbitration Directive, interpretative challenges, and strategic considerations for multinational tax teams navigating complex cross-border controversies.
Aldo Mariani
Partner, Attorney-at-Law; Head Global Tax Dispute Resolution & Controversy Services
KPMG
Beskrivelse
Partner and global head of tax dispute resolution at KPMG, advising multinational clients on international tax controversy.
Susi Baerentzen
Associate Professor; PhD; Head of Tax
Aalborg University; TotalEnergies
Beskrivelse
Associate Professor of Tax Law at Aalborg University and Head of Tax at TotalEnergies, combining academic research with industry practice.
Stine Andersen
Partner, PhD, Tax Attorney
ANDERSEN KAER Law Firm
Beskrivelse
Tax attorney (PhD), specializing in Danish and international tax law and tax litigation.
Rian Waaijer
Director
KPMG Meijburg & Co
Beskrivelse
Rian Waaijer plays a key role in the tax advisory practice at KPMG Meijburg & Co, where she focuses on procedural tax law and tax controversy matters. A member of the Dutch Bar, Ms. Waaijer represents corporate clients in disputes with the Dutch tax authorities, guiding them through all stages of the process—from initial inquiries to litigation.
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15.30 - 16.00
Closing Remarks and Debate: Legal Certainty, Effective Remedies – Outlook and Perspectives
15.30 - 16.00
Frister
- Tilmeldingsfrist d. 24. oktober 2025
- Afmeldingsfrist d. 24. oktober 2025
This conference is aimed at professionals and stakeholders engaged in the resolution of cross-border tax disputes, including:
- Tax and arbitration practitioners, including lawyers, judges, arbitrators, and advisors with an interest in international dispute resolution
- Corporate tax directors and in-house counsel from multinational enterprises dealing with transfer pricing or double taxation disputes
- Academics and researchers focused on tax law, EU law, and international arbitration
- Government officials and competent authorities involved in MAP and arbitration processes at EU or treaty level
- Policy makers and representatives from international organisations
- Institutions and organizations interested in the development of a neutral, European arbitration platform for tax disputes
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Oplægsholdere
Timothy Lyons
QC, BL, PhD, Barrister
39 Essex Chambers
Læs mere
Leading UK barrister (Queen’s Counsel) with a strong academic and tax litigation background.
Pasquale Pistone
Full Professor of Tax Law; Academic Chairman
University of Salerno; IBFD
Læs mere
Professor of Tax Law at the University of Salerno and Academic Chairman at IBFD, recognized authority in EU and international tax law.
Rita da Cunha
Barrister; Presiding Arbitrator in Tax Matters
Field Court Tax Chambers; CAAD
Læs mere
London-based barrister with significant experience in tax arbitration, serving as Presiding Arbitrator at CAAD in Portugal.
Sarah Blakelock
Global Head of Tax Controversy
AstraZeneca
Læs mere
Global Head of Tax Controversy at AstraZeneca, with broad experience managing complex cross-border tax disputes.
Aldo Mariani
Partner, Attorney-at-Law; Head Global Tax Dispute Resolution & Controversy Services
KPMG
Læs mere
Partner and global head of tax dispute resolution at KPMG, advising multinational clients on international tax controversy.
Steffen Pihlblad
Secretary General
The Danish Institute of Arbitration
Læs mere
Secretary General of the Danish Institute of Arbitration with extensive experience in institutional arbitration and dispute resolution.
Susi Baerentzen
Associate Professor; PhD; Head of Tax
Aalborg University; TotalEnergies
Læs mere
Associate Professor of Tax Law at Aalborg University and Head of Tax at TotalEnergies, combining academic research with industry practice.
Henrik Lund
Partner, International Tax and Transfer Pricing
KPMG Acor Tax
Læs mere
Experienced advisor specializing in international tax and transfer pricing, assisting multinational enterprises with complex cross-border matters.
Pernille Nygaard Rasmussen
Vice President, Head Finance Business Partnering Commercial at Ørsted, former Head of Tax
Ørsted
Læs mere
Previously responsible for M&A tax, transfer pricing and other structuring and international tax issues in Ørsted. Leader for leaders of the M&A tax team and the Transfer Pricing team. Involved in the Tax Policy development and public debate.
Stine Andersen
Partner, PhD, Tax Attorney
ANDERSEN KAER Law Firm
Læs mere
Tax attorney (PhD), specializing in Danish and international tax law and tax litigation.
Rian Waaijer
Director
KPMG Meijburg & Co
Læs mere
Rian Waaijer plays a key role in the tax advisory practice at KPMG Meijburg & Co, where she focuses on procedural tax law and tax controversy matters. A member of the Dutch Bar, Ms. Waaijer represents corporate clients in disputes with the Dutch tax authorities, guiding them through all stages of the process—from initial inquiries to litigation.
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