UK law firm Linklaters has appointed Yash Rupal, a partner since 1996, as its global head of tax. He replaces Guy Brannan who is standing down after two terms in the role. Mr Rupal will lead a firm-wide team of 170 lawyers focused on tax issues including M&A, corporate finance, restructuring and contentious matters across multi-jurisdictions. Mr Brannan will remain at the magic circle firm focusing on expanding his practice and engaging in full-time client work. Simon Davies, Linklaters firm-wide managing partner elect, said: “Yash has enjoyed enormous success in building our tax-based finance practice in recent years and we are looking at replicating that success across a broader range of products including M&A and corporate finance transactions on a global basis.”