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Solicitors Tax

Tax law in a commercial context addresses the liabilities and obligations that businesses face when operating in the UK—covering everything from Corporation Tax and VAT to more complex issues like transfer pricing or cross-border tax treaties. Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations is essential to avoid penalties and maintain a healthy financial position. Skilled tax solicitors or advisers can also help identify legitimate ways to optimise your tax strategy.

  • Corporation Tax: Managing annual returns, calculating taxable profits, and claiming deductions or reliefs.
  • Value Added Tax (VAT): Registering for VAT, filing returns, and adhering to correct rates—standard, reduced, or zero-rated.
  • PAYE and payroll: Ensuring correct deductions for income tax and National Insurance contributions when paying employees.
  • Capital gains: Dealing with taxes on the disposal of business assets, shares, or property.
  • International taxation: Navigating double taxation treaties and transfer pricing rules when trading or operating across borders.

A tax solicitor or specialised tax adviser can:

  • Provide compliance advice: Ensuring your business meets filing deadlines and accurately reports financial data to HMRC.
  • Assist with tax planning: Identifying lawful strategies to reduce tax liabilities, such as reliefs, allowances, or corporate restructurings.
  • Handle HMRC disputes: Representing you during inspections, investigations, or appeals, and negotiating settlements if needed.
  • Advise on transactions: Helping structure mergers, acquisitions, or share buybacks to minimise unnecessary tax costs.

Costs vary depending on the complexity of your business affairs and the solicitor’s expertise. Hourly rates can range from £200 to £500, particularly for senior tax specialists. Some firms may offer fixed-fee services for routine compliance or smaller projects. An initial consultation—often free or discounted—lets you explore your options, estimate fees, and plan a robust tax strategy for your company.

James Winfield

Hampshire GU30 7PQ

James Winfield solicitor Tax Hampshire

Tax Solicitor Hampshire

20 years of experience

From 280 £ and 330 £

Does not accept legal aid

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At a glance : James is a private client lawyer with over 20 years’ experience in regional, national, international and high street firms. He is a full member of the Society of Trusts & Estates Practitioners (STEP) and The Association of Lifetime Lawyers (previously Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE)). He regularly presents and writes a...

Liz Garratt

Derbyshire DE55 7DD

Liz Garratt solicitor Tax Derbyshire

Tax Solicitor Derbyshire

19 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : With 18 years of experience, Liz Garratt is a highly skilled Private Client Solicitor specializing in Conveyancing, Wills, Trusts, and Estates. Having been in the legal profession since 2007, Liz offers a compassionate and client-focused approach to legal matters, particularly in the areas of Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers ...

Reina D'Costa

Harrow HA5 1BN

Reina D'Costa solicitor Tax Harrow

Tax Solicitor Harrow

From 150 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Reina D’costa, the founder of Bizlaw UK, is a savvy, practical and proactive UK Solicitor (dual qualified in the UK and India). She has many years of legal experience and great testimonials. She has a proven track record with multinationals, and start-ups and achievements across new territories and services. Reina has advis...

5 Solicitors in Commercial / Business Law (Area of expertise might be Tax)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Mohammed Khan

Manchester M8 9LS

Mohammed Khan solicitor Tax Manchester

Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Manchester

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Mohammed Khan is a skilled lawyer based in Manchester, specialising in Employment Law, Personal Injury, and Commercial/Business Law. With years of experience, Mohammed offers expert legal services to both individuals and businesses, ensuring clients receive the support and advice they need to navigate complex legal matters....

Kajal Patel

Harrow HA1 1BQ

Kajal Patel solicitor Tax Harrow

Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Harrow

15 years of experience

From 250 £ and 250 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Kajal Patel is a highly skilled solicitor with 14 years of experience, specializing in commercial property, corporate, and business transactions. She began her career at a City firm and continued working in the City after qualification. For the past five years, she has been a part of Vyman Solicitors, focusing on commercial...

Joy Edu

London SE13 6EE

Joy Edu solicitor Tax London

Commercial / Business Law Solicitor London

17 years of experience

From 150 £ and 267 £

Accepts legal aid in Tax

At a glance : Joy Edu is an experienced solicitor based in London, specializing in family law, including both private and public children law, as well as immigration, wills, trusts, and estate matters. With 16 years of experience, Joy is an Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer and a member of The Law Society’s Family Law Panel, holding sp...

Christian Browne

Leicestershire LE16 7WB

Christian Browne solicitor Tax Leicestershire

Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Leicestershire

29 years of experience

From 135 £ and 225 £

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Christian Browne, known as Chris, is a highly experienced lawyer based in Leicestershire with 28 years of legal practice. Specializing in corporate, commercial, and intellectual property law, Chris provides expert legal advice to businesses and individuals. His expertise spans a wide range of practice areas, including merge...

Charlotte McConnell

Twickenham TW1 4SU

Charlotte McConnell solicitor Tax Twickenham

Commercial / Business Law Solicitor Twickenham

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Charlotte McConnell is a highly experienced solicitor based in Twickenham, specializing in intellectual property and commercial law. Having established McConnell Law in 2007, Charlotte has over 25 years of legal expertise, offering contract and commercial services to a broad spectrum of clients, from small start-ups to larg...

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