Chambers Review
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Tax - Scotland (Bar)
What the Team is Known For
Ampersand fields high-quality practitioners who are experienced in a range of contentious and non-contentious issues. These include customs, excise and VAT matters, as well as tax disputes and advisory services. Barristers of the set often act for HMRC, though high net worth individuals are also represented. Members are well versed in appellate matters in the Upper Tribunal, as evidenced by their recent involvement in McCann Media Ltd v HMRC, a high-profile IR35 appeal by a Sky Sports football pundit.
Alan Moffat is the senior clerk.
Notable practitioners
Julian Ghosh KC is a market-leading advocate who stands out for his excellence in both Scottish and English tax matters. His expertise covers the entire spectrum of tax matters and he is praised for his expertise in cases concerning European taxation rules. He also practises out of One Essex Court in London.
He's extremely bright and really knowledgeable. His technical knowledge is superb in terms of tax matters, and his advocacy is direct.
Ross Anderson is particularly active in VAT matters. He is a standing junior counsel to HMRC and is sought after for his advice and advocacy in high-value disputes.