Fiscal Disputes

Our fiscal disputes practice area is dedicated to providing expert legal support to resolve tax disputes effectively and efficiently. With a deep understanding of Romanian tax law, proactive tax planning services, and a client-centred approach, we are committed to protecting our clients’ financial interests and achieving favourable outcomes. Whether dealing with tax audits, administrative appeals, litigation, or cross-border tax issues, our experienced attorneys are here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring comprehensive and strategic legal representation.

Comprehensive Legal Services for Fiscal Disputes

Our practice area encompasses a wide range of services designed to address every aspect of fiscal disputes. We provide expert guidance and advocacy to help clients navigate the complexities of tax law and achieve favourable outcomes.

• Tax Audits and Investigations: Tax audits can be intrusive and stressful. Our attorneys offer comprehensive support throughout the audit process, ensuring that your rights are protected and that the audit is conducted fairly. We liaise with tax authorities on your behalf, provide necessary documentation, and respond to inquiries to mitigate any potential adverse findings.
• Tax Assessments and Reassessments: Disputes often arise from tax assessments and reassessments. Our team meticulously reviews the assessments, identifies any errors or inconsistencies, and challenges unfounded claims. We prepare detailed objections and represent clients in discussions with tax authorities to negotiate reductions or cancellations of the assessed amounts.
• Administrative Appeals: If initial negotiations with tax authorities do not yield satisfactory results, we guide clients through the administrative appeals process. Our attorneys draft persuasive appeals, presenting strong legal and factual arguments to challenge adverse decisions. We aim to resolve disputes at this stage to avoid prolonged litigation.
• Litigation and Judicial Review: When administrative remedies are exhausted, we provide robust representation in court. Our litigators have extensive experience handling complex tax litigation, presenting compelling arguments and evidence to secure favourable judicial outcomes. We represent clients at all levels of the judiciary, including appeals and the highest courts.

Specialised Areas of Tax Dispute Resolution

Our firm has expertise in handling various tax disputes, ensuring comprehensive support for our clients.

• Corporate Tax Disputes: We assist corporations with disputes related to corporate income tax, transfer pricing, and withholding tax. Our attorneys are skilled in analyzing complex corporate structures and transactions to provide effective representation.
• Individual Tax Disputes: Individuals facing disputes over personal income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax can rely on our firm for expert guidance and representation. We help clients navigate the nuances of tax law to protect their financial interests.
• Indirect Tax Disputes: Our team is well-versed in disputes involving VAT, excise duties, and customs duties. We provide strategic advice on compliance and representation in disputes to minimize financial exposure.
• International Tax Disputes: With globalization, cross-border tax issues are increasingly common. Our attorneys handle disputes involving double taxation, transfer pricing, and the application of international tax treaties. We work with foreign tax advisors to ensure coordinated and effective resolution of international tax disputes.

Strategic and Innovative Approaches

We pride ourselves on our ability to develop innovative strategies tailored to the unique circumstances of each case. Our approach is proactive, aiming to prevent disputes where possible and resolve them efficiently when they arise.

• Thorough Reviews and Analysis: We conduct comprehensive reviews of tax matters, scrutinizing every detail to uncover potential issues and opportunities. Our analyses are thorough and precise, forming the foundation of our strategic advice.
• Innovative Solutions: In complex tax disputes, standard approaches may not suffice. We leverage our extensive experience and creative thinking to develop innovative solutions that address the specific challenges of each case. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
• Minimising Financial Exposure and Legal Risk: Our strategies are designed to minimize our clients’ financial exposure and legal risk. We provide clear, actionable advice on how to manage tax liabilities and avoid future disputes. Our preventive measures include advising on tax planning, compliance, and risk management.

Client-Centred Approach

Our firm is committed to providing personalised, client-centred service. We understand that each client’s situation is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet their specific needs and objectives.

Personalised Service: We take the time to understand our clients’ individual circumstances and goals. This personalized approach enables us to provide tailored advice and representation that aligns with their specific needs.
Clear Communication: We believe in maintaining open and transparent communication with our clients. Our attorneys keep clients informed at every stage of the process, explaining complex legal issues in clear, understandable terms. We ensure that clients are fully involved in decision-making and understand their options.
Dedicated Support: Our clients receive dedicated support from a team of experienced tax attorneys. We are committed to being accessible and responsive, providing timely updates and addressing any concerns promptly.

Achieving Favorable Resolutions

Our primary objective is to achieve favourable resolutions for our clients. We measure our success by the outcomes we achieve and the satisfaction of our clients.

Negotiation and Settlement: Whenever possible, we seek to resolve disputes through negotiation and settlement. This approach can save time and resources, providing a quicker resolution to disputes. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators who work to secure the best possible terms for our clients.
Effective Advocacy: In cases that proceed to litigation, our attorneys provide strong and effective advocacy. We prepare meticulously for court, presenting compelling arguments and evidence to support our clients’ positions. Our track record of success in tax litigation speaks to our ability to achieve positive outcomes.
Long-Term Solutions: Beyond resolving immediate disputes, we focus on providing long-term solutions that address the root causes of tax issues. Our preventive measures and strategic advice help clients avoid future disputes and maintain compliance with tax laws.