Resolve a tax audit, objection or dispute
Tax dispute lawyers who understand how the ATO operates and how to get the best outcome for you
Three ways we respond
When you work with us, you will have tax lawyers managing your dispute with deep knowledge of how the ATO operates.
Respond with authority
Engage with the ATO review or audit process with lawyers who understand exactly what they are looking for and how to respond effectively.
Challenge assessments that are wrong
Lodge formal objections and pursue litigation where an ATO assessment is incorrect, excessive, or not supported by the law.
Act quickly on penalty notices
Respond to Director Penalty Notices and other urgent ATO demands within the strict time limits that apply.
Why specialist representation matters in a tax dispute
The ATO is one of the most powerful agencies in Australia, with extensive data and experienced officers running hundreds of audits each year. Entering a dispute without specialist representation puts you at a real disadvantage. Timelines are critical: Director Penalty Notices carry strict deadlines after which personal liability becomes unavoidable.
What we help with
The questions we are asked most often in this area. If yours is not on the list, it is still worth a call.
ways we help with ATO disputes
Our team understands how the ATO actually works, not just the law that governs it.
No switchboard and no intake form. You are put straight through to someone who can help.
Held for twenty-five years. Tax advice here comes from someone formally credentialled in it for most of a career.
Experience you can actually get hold of
Common questions
If yours is not answered here, call us and ask. The short question early is always cheaper than the long letter later.
How quickly can I speak to a lawyer?
Call 1300 654 590 and you will be put straight through to a lawyer rather than a switchboard. Tell us what the problem is and we will tell you how we can help.
How will I be charged?
For advice and documents we provide a fixed or capped quote before the work starts, so you do not carry the price risk. If you are in a dispute, we map out the process and the likely costs so you know what to expect.
Do I need a lawyer for something this small?
Often the cheapest moment to involve us is the one that feels too small to bother. If we do not think we can add real value, we will say so rather than open a file.
Can you work alongside my accountant?
Yes. A great deal of our commercial work is done alongside a client’s accountant or adviser. We are comfortable operating as one part of a wider team.
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