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Tax Litigation, FBR Appeals & Disputes

Formidable representation before the Commissioner Appeals, Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue (ATIR), and High Courts for income tax and sales tax disputes.

Common Issues We Help With:

▸ FBR notices & tax-related correspondence▸ Income tax assessments & tax disputes▸ Sales tax & federal excise matters▸ Tax audits, inquiries & investigations▸ Tax appeals & departmental proceedings▸ Tax recovery proceedings & demands▸ Show-cause notices & penalties▸ Tax refunds & adjustment disputes▸ Withholding tax & deduction-related matters▸ Tax registration & compliance matters▸ Tax-related litigation before relevant forums▸ Legal opinions on tax disputes & compliance▸ Representation before FBR and other relevant tax authorities

Core Legal Questions & Court Remedies

Do not ignore an FBR notice, particularly where a response deadline has been given. We review the notice and relevant tax record, explain what is required and help prepare and submit the appropriate response.

Yes. If you believe your tax assessment is incorrect or has been made on an improper basis, we review the assessment and available record and assist you in filing the appropriate tax appeal or other legal remedy.

We review the tax demand, assessment and supporting documents to understand how the amount has been calculated. Where there are grounds to challenge it, we advise you on the appropriate objection, appeal or other available remedy.

Act promptly because tax recovery can have serious financial consequences. We review the demand and recovery action and advise you on the available legal options, including appropriate proceedings to challenge or address the recovery.

Yes. We review the allegations and relevant tax documents and help prepare a proper response to the show-cause notice. Where necessary, we also represent you in the subsequent proceedings.

Yes. We assist with preparing and filing tax appeals and represent clients before the relevant tax authorities, appellate forums and courts, depending on the nature and stage of the dispute.

Do not ignore the issue. We review the return, relevant records and the nature of the mistake and advise you on the appropriate way to correct or address it under the applicable tax procedure.

Yes. We review your business's tax position and relevant records and advise you on the steps needed to address the compliance issue and reduce the risk of further notices, penalties or disputes.

Yes. We assist individual taxpayers, businesses and companies with FBR notices, assessments, tax recovery, appeals, compliance and tax-related litigation.

We Also Assist With:

✓Challenging arbitrary best judgment assessments under Section 121
✓Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) complaints for maladministration and refund delays
✓Defending corporate entities in transfer pricing and withholding audits
✓Representation in Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee (ADRC)
✓High Court Writ Petitions challenging unconstitutional tax amendments and SROs

How We Represent Your Case

Step 01

Initial Consultation

Meet our lawyers in person or via video call to discuss your matter, factual background, and legal objectives in strict confidence.

Step 02

Legal Strategy & Research

We examine the relevant statutes, case law precedents, and documentation to formulate an assertive, tailored legal action plan.

Step 03

Drafting & Court Filing

Our advocates prepare thorough pleadings, petitions, appeals, or regulatory applications and file before the competent court or authority.

Step 04

Court Advocacy & Follow-Through

We represent you actively during hearings, inspections, or proceedings, pursuing lawful relief, stay orders, or successful decrees.

Required Documentation Checklist

Having these documents ready expedites our legal review and drafting process.

☐Copy of show-cause notice and impugned assessment order (with DIN)
☐Original income tax returns and computation schedules
☐Demand notice and penalty calculation sheet
☐Proof of pre-deposit or previous appellate orders

Frequently Asked Legal Questions

The cost depends on the nature of the tax issue, the amount involved, the documents requiring review and the stage of the proceedings. After reviewing your matter, we can discuss the expected legal fees and expenses.

There is no fixed timeframe. It depends on the nature of the dispute, the forum involved and the progress of the proceedings. We can give you a better idea after reviewing your case.

Provide the FBR notice, assessment order, tax returns, tax payment records, correspondence with FBR and any other relevant tax documents. Having the complete record helps us properly assess your case.

As soon as possible. Tax notices and orders often carry specific deadlines for responding or filing an appeal. Delaying legal advice can affect the remedies available to you.

Possibly. The available remedy depends on the type of notice or order, the deadline involved and the reason for the delay. We review the circumstances and advise you on what can still be done.

Yes. We assist clients with FBR and tax matters in Punjab, Sindh and Islamabad, depending on the nature of the matter and the jurisdiction of the relevant tax authority or forum.

Yes. Where a tax dispute proceeds to judicial proceedings, we assist with the appropriate legal process and representation before the relevant court or forum.

We first review the FBR notice, assessment or other tax documents and understand your position. We then explain the available options, applicable deadlines and the most appropriate next step.

No lawyer can guarantee the outcome of a tax dispute or appeal. We can, however, carefully review the assessment or demand, identify the available legal grounds and pursue the appropriate remedy on your behalf.
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