Please see below details on how to instruct our barristers.
Why Instruct Counsel?
Independent Advice
This involves advising either as to how particular transactions can be structured and implemented in the safest and most tax efficient manner, or as to more general, longer term tax planning for individuals, companies and trusts. We advise on United Kingdom, European, and International tax matters.
A Second Opinion
We are often consulted on a second opinion basis by professional advisers who do not have any real doubt as to the answer to a problem. Sometimes this is done in a particularly difficult or important matter on a “safety first” basis.
Drafting
We frequently draft or settle documents such as contracts, trust deeds and company documentation. In this way we are able to assist throughout a transaction to final implementation.
Litigation
In addition, in any case where litigation may result, the services of a barrister as an advocate are indispensable, whether it be a friendly application to vary the trusts of a settlement or a contested tax appeal.
RBA Joint Advisory and Special Advocacy Schemes
Junior members of Old Square Tax Chambers can be instructed under the Special Advocacy Scheme and the Joint Advisory Scheme established by the Revenue Bar Association.
How is Advice Given?
Advice is given by written opinion, in conference, or by telephone.
Who can instruct us?
Persons who may instruct us are as follows:
- Professional clients
- Licensed access clients
- Direct access clients – public access scheme
Our clerks will be happy to discuss instructing members of Chambers or to provide any further necessary information. Contact [email protected].