Tax: Indirect Tax

Kieron Beal KC is an experienced silk held in high regard by market commentators for his in-depth knowledge of EU law. Representing both HMRC and taxpayers, he attracts praise for his advocacy and his professional approach. He regularly handles sophisticated VAT and customs classifications cases.

Kieron is an excellent advocate, whose written work is great. He is thoroughly respected by the court. He is supportive and responsive, and never makes you feel stupid when you put questions to him.

Kieron is very good in the way he delivers his opinions, he has a measured delivery and he is very business-oriented.

Sam Grodzinski KC is a celebrated silk who attracts unreserved praise for his assured advocacy style. He has a vast depth of expertise and can handle the most complex and challenging VAT, SDLT and landfill tax cases. He has experience of acting for both the taxpayer and HMRC.

Sam is the complete package: he has a laser-like intellect, he's all over the detail, he's strategic in his thinking and he's polished when it comes to client service.

His drafting is excellent and he really fights his client's corner.

He is fantastic and a go-to for anything tax and public law-related. Sam is a man who is robust in his advice, and he plays well with clients, who find him to be very personable.

He is very persuasive and has authority in front of the courts.

Simon Pritchard is a well-regarded junior who works on a range of indirect tax cases. He frequently represents HMRC and the taxpayer in matters concerning, VAT, customs, excise and relief among others. Pritchard regularly appears in the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court.

A gracious but tenacious opponent.

Incredibly thorough and analytical, but also super client-friendly. He has a great talent for thinking ahead and spotting problems before they crop up.