Our taxation lawyers act for individuals, companies and trusts across Australia, providing expert advice on all aspects of tax law, including capital gains tax, goods and services tax, stamp duty, audits, land tax, land value objections, tax residency and director penalty notices.
We explain complex tax laws in plain language and deliver strategic, results-driven solutions that minimise liability, resolve disputes and protect your financial and legal interests.
Our taxation lawyers provide clear, strategic advice on all areas of Australian tax law, from CGT, GST, stamp duty and land tax to tax reviews, investigations, audits and objections.
We also assist clients with advice and representation for tax residency, director penalty notices, small business CGT concessions, deceased estates, tax fraud investigations and a wide range of other taxation matters.
Whether you’re managing a complex transaction, responding to an review or audit, or seeking to minimise future tax risks, we offer practical, results-driven guidance tailored to your circumstances.
Selling property, shares, or a business can trigger CGT. We structure transactions, apply concessions and defend positions in audits.
GST affects contracts, property, and day-to-day business. We secure credits, clarify exemptions and manage ATO reviews.
Duty on property and business transfers is costly if mishandled. We secure exemptions, minimise liability and resolve disputes.
Audits are stressful and high-risk. We manage evidence, respond to notices, negotiate with the ATO and protect your position.
We advise on assessments, exemptions and objections, ensuring you don’t overpay and your position is defensible.
Land values drive council rates and tax assessments. We prepare objections and evidence to challenge unfair valuations.
Residency status affects worldwide tax obligations. We advise on tests, treaties and ATO reviews of residency.
A DPN makes directors personally liable for PAYG, GST, and super debts. We act quickly to protect you and negotiate with the ATO.
Australian tax law is broad and constantly evolving, covering everything from income tax and GST to payroll tax, international tax and land tax.
For businesses and individuals alike, the system can be overwhelming and mistakes can lead to significant financial and legal consequences.
While accountants can provide general compliance support, only tax lawyers can deliver legally privileged, strategic advice that stands up to scrutiny from the ATO and the courts.
We act for corporations, SMEs, investors and high-net-worth individuals, helping them structure their affairs, manage risk and achieve certainty.
Our team stays at the forefront of policy changes and legislative reform so you benefit from advice that is accurate, practical and forward-looking.
By tailoring solutions to your needs, we ensure you meet your obligations while never paying more tax than necessary.
Tax disputes can be stressful and disruptive, particularly when the ATO issues amended assessments claiming more tax is owed.
We work with clients to challenge incorrect assessments by preparing carefully structured objections supported by evidence and legal analysis.
Where necessary, we represent you before tribunals and courts to ensure that only the correct amount of tax is payable.
For those with existing debts, the ATO has wide-ranging recovery powers including garnishee notices, director penalty notices and litigation.
We use our insight into how revenue authorities recover debts, along with our working relationships with senior officers, to negotiate pragmatic solutions.
From consolidating debts and arranging payment plans to seeking remission of penalties and interest, our focus is on resolving disputes quickly so you can move forward with confidence.
Australia’s self-assessment system means most returns are processed without review, but when the ATO initiates a review or audit, the process can be lengthy, intrusive and high-stakes.
Audits may extend across several years of your affairs and, if not handled properly, can result in large tax bills, penalties or even prosecution.
We act for individuals, businesses and trustees in ATO reviews and audits, helping to narrow the scope, prepare responses and negotiate outcomes.
With a detailed understanding of how the ATO conducts audits, we know what strategies work to protect your interests.
Our approach is proactive: we aim to resolve matters at the earliest stage possible, ensuring you stay compliant while avoiding unnecessary tax, penalties and reputational damage.
Tax prosecutions can arise from failing to lodge returns, not attending ATO interviews, or making false or misleading statements.
These matters are taken seriously and can lead to heavy fines, criminal convictions or imprisonment.
For businesses, reputational damage and director liability are also at stake.
We represent clients who have received court attendance notices or are under investigation, ensuring their rights are protected at every stage.
Our team works quickly to bring tax affairs up to date, negotiate with authorities and, where necessary, defend clients in court.
By combining deep knowledge of tax law with practical experience in the prosecution process, we focus on reducing penalties and avoiding convictions, allowing you to move forward without a criminal record.
Choosing the right tax lawyer can make all the difference. At Axe Legal, we combine technical precision, strategic insight and practical experience to deliver outcomes that matter.
We bring deep knowledge of tax law. Our lawyers take a commercial approach that prioritises strategy, compliance and results – helping you make confident and informed decisions.
We translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice. Whether it’s managing a complex transaction or resolving a tax dispute, we focus on efficient, outcome-driven solutions.
You’ll work directly with an experienced tax lawyer who keeps you informed and provides support from start to finish. We value clarity, trust and genuine care in every client relationship.
We’re upfront about costs from day one. Our staged and flexible fee options give you full visibility and control over your legal spend without compromising on quality.
We’re here to simplify tax and protect your interests
Our tax lawyers provide clear, practical guidance to manage disputes, minimise risks and achieve the best outcome.
Strategic tax advice across income, GST, CGT and structuring, protected by legal professional privilege.
Effective resolution of ATO disputes and debts through objections, negotiations and penalty remissions.
Proactive audit defence to limit scope, reduce exposure and resolve ATO reviews efficiently.
Strong tax prosecution defence to minimise penalties, protect your record and avoid convictions.
