Dispute Resolution
If you are in dispute with HM Revenue & Customs, for example, over the raising of an assessment or VAT penalty following a control visit or investigation, or as to the amount of input tax you can credit, then you can ask for a review their decision - so called "local reconsideration" and/or initiate appeal proceedings at a VAT & Duties Tribunal. Strict time limits apply.
Local reconsiderations
Our consultants can advise you on the best strategy to pursue and provide the necessary argumentation to persuade HMRC to review their decision, we will be happy to draft the relevant correspondence or handle the whole matter on your behalf.
Appeals
Where a decision is taken to make a formal appeal to a Tribunal, we can deal with all matter relating to your appeal from preparing the appeal documentation to presenting your case at the Tribunal. If necessary, we can even assist you in finding and briefing Counsel, if it is more appropriate for them to represent you. Throughout the entire appeal process, we will continue to negotiate with HMRC to try to resolve the matter satisfactorily before the Hearing.
HMRC Rulings
Where the VAT liability of a transaction or the amount of VAT chargeable on a particular supply of goods or services is in dispute, we can help you to obtain a written ruling from Customs in order to safeguard your position and prevent the risk of assessments or penalties.
Mitigation of penalties
In some cases, certain penalties can be mitigated by up to 75% or in exceptional circumstances 100%. Let us help you to minimise your exposure.
