TAXATION LAW

Tax Law is the area of legal practice that governs the imposition, assessment, and collection of taxes by the government. It involves the interpretation and application of complex tax rules affecting both individuals and businesses, and plays a critical role in ensuring lawful tax compliance, effective tax planning, and the protection of taxpayers’ rights.

In the Philippines, taxation is primarily governed by the National Internal Revenue Code of 1997, as amended, along with related regulations and issuances of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). This body of law covers key concepts such as income tax, value-added tax (VAT), percentage tax, estate and donor’s tax, and available administrative and judicial remedies in cases of tax assessments and disputes.

We assist clients in navigating tax obligations while minimizing legal risks and potential liabilities, this includes comprehensive legal representation in tax audit cases, from the issuance of a Letter of Authority (LOA), Notice of Discrepancy (NOD), Preliminary Assessment Notice (PAN), and Final Assessment Notice (FAN). We represent clients at every stage of the tax assessment and dispute process, including appeals before administrative agencies and litigation up to the Court of Tax Appeals and the Supreme Court, when necessary.

Our services also expands to respresentation before the Bureau of Customs (BOC) for Customs and Tariff duties when faced with an Audit Notication Letter (ANL) issued by the said agency.

Our approach is focused on safeguarding taxpayers’ rights while pursuing efficient and legally sound resolutions.