Taxation

Taxation is a matter of interest to all. Our specialist tax department is geared to deal with all aspects of personal and company taxation including inheritance tax and VAT. The high quality of our tax department which includes chartered accountants, lawyers and those with extensive experience within the Inland Revenue means that we can provide a full tax service to our clients .

Our high reputation is such that other professional firms consult us on a wide variety of tax matters.

Our tax department is headed up by David Taylor and Tom Smith who between them have over 50 years of experience at the firm. David and Tom are assisted by a number of experienced tax professionals. The tax department deals with all matters within the firm ranging from compliance matters through to specialised tax projects including advising tax efficient fund raising, MBOs, tax investigations etc.

Whilst VAT compliance is dealt with by the accounting management services department, technical VAT matters are dealt with within the tax department. The tax department does, of course, work closely with other departments of the firm to ensure that clients receive a personalised, bespoke service.

How we avoid the pitfalls

Tax is a crucial consideration in corporate and personal decisions. We advise in detail on the tax implications of any particular course of action so that pitfalls are avoided. These range from the special requirements of the self-employed to complicated inheritance tax plans or advice on group company structures.

We plan and implement the strategy that is right for you taking into account all recent developments in law and practice. Continuing changes in legislation often provides opportunities to reduce the tax liability and of course some changes result in an increased liability unless appropriate action is taken.

We have a range of technical notes on the various subjects set out below details of which can be obtained from our London Office;