Described as ‘indomitable in the tax sphere’, RPC is noted for its VAT and indirect tax disputes expertise, with notable strengths in litigation, group association cases, HMRC investigations and judicial review proceedings. Adam Craggs is responsible for the running of the practice and excels in direct and indirect tax litigation, seeing him acting for clients before the Supreme Court and CJEU. Michelle Sloane is an expert in complex VAT, customs and excise duty disputes, as well as HMRC criminal investigations. Robert Waterson departed to Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP in September 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'I have worked extensively with this team. They are indomitable in the tax sphere. The tax team is one of the best, if not the best, in the country. I consider the responsiveness, knowledge of the market, Delphic vision of new and emerging trends is incomparable. This team is superb in every way.'
- 'Adam Craggs and Michelle Sloane are leaders in the field! They spearhead this brilliant outfit and know exactly what it is that their client's need. My view is that they are a tremendous double act, and are second to absolutely no one.'
- 'Superb strength in depth. One of the few firms where the associates really stand out as stars of the future.'
- 'Adam Craggs and Michelle Sloane are superb at the partner level.'
Key clients
- Newcastle United Football Club
- Bonded Warehousekeepers Association
- Universal Cycles
- Local Fuel Ltd
Work highlights
Acting for Universal Cycles Limited on a long-running customs matter concerning the application of Anti-Dumping Duty, Customs Duty and VAT on the importation of bicycles from South-East Asia.
Acting for Newcastle United FC in relation to a dispute with HMRC stemming from an enquiry into agents' fees that started with a dawn raid.
Acting for Sports Direct in relation to a cross-border VAT matter concerning distance sales.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Adam Craggs
Other key lawyers
Michelle Sloane