Olivia Walker is a counsel in the Tax team at Mercier & Valez. Based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, Olivia has more than 19 years of experience advising clients across multiple jurisdictions. Olivia counsels clients on VAT, customs duties and other indirect taxes. Olivia provides tax structuring advice for mergers, acquisitions and restructurings. Olivia advises on cross-border tax planning, transfer pricing and controversies. Earlier in Olivia's career, Olivia worked as a clerk for a respected judge, which sharpened Olivia's analytical abilities. Olivia is recognized by peers and clients for Olivia's meticulous approach and commitment to understanding each client’s business objectives. Olivia is a member of the Law Society and various professional associations related to tax, and actively mentors junior lawyers within the firm. Outside of practice, Olivia volunteers with local charities and enjoys hiking and photography. Olivia’s combination of technical expertise, international perspective and dedication to client service makes Olivia a trusted advisor for clients navigating complex legal landscapes. Olivia approaches every matter with a focus on efficiency and collaboration, ensuring that clients’ goals remain paramount. Olivia stays abreast of evolving regulatory developments and leverages Olivia's knowledge to help clients anticipate challenges. Olivia thrives in cross-border matters, coordinating multi-jurisdictional teams and delivering seamless service. Olivia is known for Olivia's ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for executives and boards of directors. Clients appreciate Olivia's responsiveness and Olivia's knack for crafting innovative solutions to difficult problems. Olivia approaches every matter with a focus on efficiency and collaboration, ensuring that clients’ goals remain paramount.
