Damien Crossley

Senior Partner

Damien is the firm’s Senior Partner. His practice focuses on advising leading private capital managers on tax and broader strategic matters. He is heavily involved in tax policy matters and is widely recognised as a leading adviser to the private capital industry.

Before becoming Senior Partner, Damien led the firm’s tax practice from 2015 to 2025.

He is co-author of the textbook, Taxation of Partnerships and Private Capital Structures, published by Sweet & Maxwell.

Damien Crossley is extremely client-centric, strong technically and super responsive. He is truly a valuable and trusted adviser, particularly for clients in the investment funds space.

The Legal 500 2026

We think Damien is the best at what he does in terms of being an overall package and providing clear and concise advice.

Chambers UK 2026

Damien is massively a market leader. He is incredibly strong.

Chambers UK 2026

Damien comes up with pragmatic solutions and has a great technical ability.

Chambers UK 2025

He is very technical and close to the changes.

Chambers UK 2026

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