RPC is recognised for its public law team, which regularly acts in high-profile challenges against public bodies, including judicial reviews of HMRC search warrants and arrest powers. The firm also advises on regulatory issues, such as abortion law reforms and criminal justice. Adam Craggs leads the team with extensive experience in judicial review against investigative bodies. Michelle Sloane specialises in complex tax disputes, particularly involving VAT and customs matters.
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‘A longstanding expertise in tax disputes, excellent understanding of handling tax disputes in all aspects.’
- 'Great team with a diverse range of specialist skills.'
- 'Friendly, helpful and very supportive when dealing with difficult matters.'
- 'Superb strength in depth. One of the few firms where the associates really stand out as stars of the future. As a team, they are extremely experienced in administrative and public law with a regulatory and tax angle.'
- 'Adam Craggs and Michelle Sloane are superb at the partner level. I have been extremely impressed by both of them.'
- 'Calm and analytical, which are necessary against the challenges posed by a public sector indisposed to serving the public.'
Key clients
- Newcastle United Football Company Limited
- Castco Testing Centre Limited
Work highlights
Advised Newcastle United Football Club in relation to the legality of HMRC's high-profile raid of St James' Park.
Advised a construction company in successfully challenging HMRC's decision to withdraw a non-statutory clearance and issue c.£3m of VAT assessments.
Advising a professional services company on challenging HMRC's decision to "name and shame" it as an alleged promoter of tax avoidance.
Practice head
Adam Craggs
Other key lawyers
Michelle Sloane