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VAT tax & tax fraud
There are lots of different terms for Tax and VAT fraud: and it can be baffling for Solicitors unfamiliar with this work and clients looking for suitable Counsel.
Investigations into VAT and Tax fraud can cover a variety of allegations against individuals or businesses. The Barristers at One Paper Buildings have significant experience of assisting both individual and corporate clients. One of our members is a contributing editor to a Fraud law textbook, demonstrating our strength and reputation in this area. Members of One Paper Buildings have expertise in dealing with all types of fraud at both junior and silk level. They represent clients in Courts across the country and have extensive experience of dealing with HMRC. They have strong working relationships with many forensic accountants and can advise upon the most suitable expertise to assist in any case.
Investigations and prosecutions are usually conducted by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): it has considerable investigative powers to search for and seize information and documents.
Convictions for VAT or tax fraud often result in lengthy prison sentences along with orders for confiscation of assets under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002. See the separate section on this website for a description of our POCA expertise. The different types of terms used to describe fraud are listed below: click on each for a general definition.
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