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Service 03

HMRC dispute resolution

We support businesses and individuals through HMRC enquiry and investigation processes, from the initial information notice through to settlement or Tribunal. An enquiry can be unsettling, particularly where the issues are technical, the periods under review span several years, or the sums in question are significant, and the way the early stages are handled often shapes the outcome that follows. We act as an experienced and independent point of contact between you and HMRC, managing correspondence, framing responses carefully and keeping the process moving towards a resolution, so that you are properly protected and kept informed at every stage. With investigation experience from Big 4, our principal adviser brings deep practical understanding of how HMRC approaches and manages enquiries across all major taxes. That insight allows us to anticipate the direction an enquiry is likely to take, to engage with officers constructively rather than antagonistically, and to work towards the lowest defensible outcome in terms of tax, interest and penalties.

Tax areas covered
All taxes
Enquiries
Penalties
Tribunal
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What is included.

  • Management of aspect and full enquiries into self assessment returns
  • Code of Practice 8 and COP 9 (civil investigation of fraud) support
  • Responses to Schedule 36 information notices
  • Penalty review and abatement negotiations
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution representation
  • First-tier Tribunal preparation and tactical support
  • Voluntary disclosure preparation for previously undeclared income or gains

Who this is for.

Individuals and businesses under HMRC enquiry; companies subject to transfer pricing or CFC enquiries; clients receiving Code of Practice investigation letters; those considering making a voluntary disclosure.