James Rivett KC

UK Bar

James Rivett KC acts in contentious financial remedy cases involving complex foreign trusts with accompanying tax issues. He often advises on matters involving high net worth hereditary issues and property portfolios. Rivett is highly respected for his polished advocacy and for his ability to make complex issues understandable.

"He is a hugely intelligent barrister, who makes himself available and is willing to help in any way he can."

"He is exceptionally personable and has great expertise."

James Rivett KC has a broad-based corporate tax practice and regularly appears in major cases relating to matters such as tax schemes, double tax treaties and manufactured overseas dividends. He represents both the Revenue and the taxpayer.

"James is pleasant to deal with and willing to put his neck on the line when faced with complex matters. He further understands the non-tax legal aspects of cases as well."

"James is really first-class. He has supreme knowledge and ability."

James Rivett KC is a well-regarded figure in the private client tax practice. His work encompasses corporate and personal taxes as well as indirect taxation.

"James Rivett is exceptional on both onshore and offshore tax and trust-related matters."

"James has an easy manner and is easy to work with. He's able to have a discussion about points and will still tell you what needs to be done and why. Very good to work with and easy to get along with."

"James is technically superb. He is great with clients - he explains complex tax issues to them and always has sensible answers to problems."

"James is a class act - incredibly bright but also polished, charming and good at explaining complicated concepts to lay clients, who love him. He is innovative, and incredibly detailed and thorough."

James Rivett KC has a growing indirect tax practice with a particular expertise in VAT, and often appears before the Upper Tribunal. He acts for the taxpayer in leading cases and is often called upon to advise on extremely complex matters.

"James is an excellent written advocate, who is bright and lively in all his dealings."