Tax investigations and disputes
Dealing with enquiries from HMRC is a fact of life for many corporate groups with a UK presence. However, sometimes these are not quickly resolved, and tax and legal advice is required. We offer our clients an integrated offering of tax and dispute resolution advice to deal with any prolonged enquiries or disputes with tax authorities. Working together with our dispute resolution and litigation specialists, we provide all the tax, procedural and dispute resolution advice necessary to help resolve tax enquiries and disputes in a constructive and effective way.
In advising on these matters, we recognise the importance of a good working relationship with HMRC to our clients. Tax disputes need not result in a detriment to the quality of that relationship and we will strive to keep it on good terms wherever possible.
Often the result of an enquiry or dispute will be a settlement but where litigation is called for, we will manage the process efficiently and in a way that suits you and your business.
Tax related disputes are not limited to discussions with tax authorities. Occasionally, disputes may arise between parties to a contract (for example, a share purchase agreement or joint venture arrangement) in relation to an entity's tax affairs. We also advise our clients on these disputes, often taking a lead role in the negotiations.
