David Pedley

David PedleyATT

Dave has over 30 years worth of experience specialising in representing Corporate clients, High Net Worth Individuals, Partnerships, Trusts and Employers subject to many forms of enquiry by HMRC. Prior to joining Independent Tax his career has included many years at a large firm as well as within HMRC. His focus in on seeking pro-active resolution of disputes working with clients to achieve efficient but equitable outcomes in a practical way.

His experience is wide-ranging across all forms of enquiry work and includes assisting clients accused of serious fraud involving Code of Practice 9, PAYE, and full books and records enquiries as well as complex Code of Practice 8 technical enquiries often involving tax avoidance schemes and tax planning defence as well as tax risk analysis work for larger employers including the application of Criminal Finance Act obligations. In addition he has handled disclosures and disputes relating to the nature and tax status of assets held offshore as well as undertaken reviews of complex trust structures to understand the tax obligations of settlors, beneficiaries and trustees. Dave has undertaken the preparation of expert witness reports in relation to professional negligence claims, represented clients through the Alternative Dispute Resolution process (ADR) and worked with solicitors in helping defend clients subject to criminal actions by HMRC.

Dave is also a public presenter on tax dispute and investigation issues to fellow professionals. He is a keen sports fan and avid watcher of films.