Biography
Christina Rinne is an accomplished partner at Niederer Kraft Frey with over two decades of expertise in national and international value-added tax, customs, and excise duties. Her pro-found knowledge and experience make her a trusted advisor in the realm of indirect tax and customs law, where she offers comprehensive guidance to clients. She not only represents their interests in dealings with tax and customs authorities and administrative courts but also excels in optimising their operations for enhanced VAT efficiency and improved cash flow.
Christina Rinne specialises in structuring cross-border activities, facilitating M&A and finance transactions, and providing invaluable insights for real estate dealings Additionally, she focus-es on advising on customs issues, particularly those connected with import VAT. Her proficiency extends to effectively addressing indirect tax and customs disputes and skilfully negotiating rulings with relevant tax and customs authorities, ensuring her clients navigate these challenges with ease. Additionally, Christina remains committed to staying up to date with the ever-evolving landscape of indirect tax and customs legislation, consistently identifying associated risks and opportunities.
Christina is also a frequent lecturer on Swiss and European VAT matters, sharing her wealth of knowledge with diverse audiences.
Christina Rinne is distinguished as a leading tax expert with foreign expertise by Chambers Global, while Who’s Who Legal recognises her as a leading individual in corporate tax. The Legal 500 has ranked her as a “Leading Individual” in tax, showcasing her innovative and forward-thinking approach to her work. Furthermore, her excellence in the field has been under-scored by her recognition as a highly regarded lawyer in ITR World Tax 2024. Furthermore, Christina Rinne has been recognised as one of the top 10 tax attorneys in Switzerland, revolutionising the field in 2023 according to the Business Today Lawyer Awards 2023.