Tax: Contentious
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
Contact number
020 7311 1000Chambers Review
KPMG Law has a dedicated team of solicitors and barristers able to provide a full-service tax offering. The team frequently appears at all levels of the court system, from the First-tier Tribunal to the Supreme Court. VAT disputes are a key strength, and the team is equally comfortable advising on litigation touching on double taxation or group relief.
Work Highlights
- KPMG Law is acting for HSBC in a dispute with HMRC about whether UK branches of non-UK incorporated global service centre entities are entitled to be members of the bank’s UK VAT group.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"KPMG handled a complex matter with skill and crucially explained our options very clearly."
"The team are very capable at handling complex tax matters."
"The team is always accessible and very responsive."
"KPMG handled a complex matter with skill and crucially explained our options very clearly."
"The team are very capable at handling complex tax matters."
"The team is always accessible and very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Angela Savin is head of direct tax disputes at KPMG Law. She has a wealth of experience in the space and is sought out for her ability to advise on both domestic and cross-border work.
"We were very satisfied with the open and honest approach to a subjective judgement matter, and she provided comprehensive analysis as requested."
"Angela is excellent. She is very commercially aware and very experienced in litigation."
Lee Ellis is a barrister and respected tax practitioner known for handling matters concerning disputes with HMRC on a range of matters including the UK’s R&D tax relief regime.
"A strong lawyer."
Matthew Fleming is noted for his strength in advising clients on VAT disputes. He also advises on customs duty and other indirect tax-related matters.
"His clients love him and he is a pleasure to work with. He knows a huge amount about VAT, the good and bad points, and gives good, clear strategic advice."
"He provides an excellent service."
Colette van Zyl is a recognised VAT expert. Her other areas of strength include advising international clients on customs relief.
"Colette is extremely supportive with a strong relationship with counsel. She delivers high-quality advice within a very tight timescale."
"Colette knows us well, always delivers sound advice and manages her team effectively."
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