Timothy Thompson

Practice Areas

Tim Thompson is a distinguished Partner and the Head of the Tax Litigation team at KANGS. He is renowned for the depth of his expertise in defending clients against complex financial crime allegations. With extensive experience spanning both civil and criminal tax investigations, Tim provides strategic counsel and representation to a diverse range of clients, from company directors and high-net-worth individuals to limited companies and multinational corporations.

Areas of Expertise:

Tax Litigation: Tim represents clients in disputes of every nature with HMRC. His area of expertise covers First-Tier Tax Tribunal and Upper Tribunal proceedings, where he has successfully defended clients, ensuring favourable resolutions in complex tax disputes.

Financial Crime Defence: With a focus on white-collar crime, Tim has defended clients in high-profile investigations involving allegations of fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, and other financial crimes. His vast experience in handling these types of cases and navigating intricate financial regulations, makes him a trusted advisor in this field.

Civil & Criminal Tax Investigations: Tim is adept at managing both civil and criminal tax investigations, often defending clients under scrutiny for alleged tax offences. His expertise ensures that clients facing tax-related allegations receive a thorough defence, whether at the investigatory stage or in contested litigation.

Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) & Asset Forfeiture: Tim is also skilled in advising clients in asset forfeiture cases under POCA. He has considerable experience in handling confiscation orders, restraint orders and proceedings to recover assets allegedly linked to criminal activity. His nuanced understanding of POCA ensures the protection of his clients’ interests, even in the most complex of asset forfeiture cases.

Tim is known for his meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to handle the most complex cases. His expertise in tax law, combined with his experience in financial crime and asset forfeiture matters, positions him as a trusted advisor and skilled advocate for clients facing serious legal challenges.