Tax Litigation & Investigations

VAT input case involving Kittel principles. Alistair was described, in the FTT’s decision, as having “acute forensic skills.”

Intervening third party corporate applicant (s.301 PoCA). Defeated allegation of Directors’ corruption.

Assisted with urgent advice on a civil tax fraud investigation (COP 8), including as to the risk of civil evasion penalties.

Currently instructed in relation to a customs duty and import VAT dispute with HMRC.

Involved in multiple tax judicial reviews, including in case strategy and procedure prior to proceedings before the Administrative Court, and an application for permission to appeal to the Supreme Court.

Acting for the MR in VAT/Tax fraud criminal proceedings with a loss valued at plus £70m. Trial concluded April 2023 with D convicted.

Assisted King’s Counsel in advising on an investigation into the corporate offence of the failure to prevent the facilitation of tax evasion.

Representing lead appellant in Tax Tribunal dispute re: company valuations for gift aid.

Account freezing proceedings; AFO applications withdrawn following representations.

Advised the Respondent to account forfeiture proceedings brought by Kent Police, and parallel tax tribunal proceedings against HMRC.

Representing the Defendant in a criminal trial charged with attempting to cheat the revenue by claiming a VAT refund of £4,166,674.00.

Successfully represented the Appellants in 3 month appeal against personal liability notices and penalties relating to alleged huge diversion and VAT fraud. The case involved multi-jurisdictions and companies and trusts from numerous countries.