The tax practice at Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership is led by the ‘highly qualified’ Saravana Kumar, who represents clients in tax litigation across a variety of sectors ranging from energy to financial services, and Amira Ahmad Azhar, who is also highly involved in tax litigation. The team is often sought after on complex disputes involving tax allowances, income tax and sales and services tax, by publicly listed companies, multinational corporations and individual taxpayers alike. The team, known for their ’strong track record of successfully navigating complex tax issues’, also work on real property gains tax, gains and services tax refunds, and customs duty. D.P. Naban specialises in tax litigation and high calibre matters of the constitutionality of tax provisions, meanwhile Yap Wen Hui shows capability in petroleum income tax disputes.
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‘RDS is renowned for its deep expertise in various aspects of tax law, including corporate taxation, tax disputes and tax controversy. The firm has a strong track record of successfully navigating complex tax issues and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.’
‘Saravana Kumar is highly qualified, with extensive experience in handling various tax cases. He is capable of offering creative solutions for tax disputes, providing valuable services promptly.’
‘The firm has deep knowledge and experience of tax law. They foster a collaborative culture where team members can share insights and work together on complex cases. The team also offers strategic legal advice that aligns with clients' long term business goals and helps them navigate complex legal landscapes.’
‘The team are readily available to clients, responding promptly to their inquiries and keeping them informed about their cases. They also uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethics in all professional dealings.’
Key clients
- Tenaga Nasional Berhad
- PETRONAS Penapisan (Terengganu) Sdn Bhd
- Wiramuda (M) Sdn Bhd
- Muhibbah Engineering (M) Bhd
- Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS)
- Balingian Power Generation Sdn Bhd
- Puncak Niaga Management Services Sdn Bhd
- Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad
- Havi Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd
- PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd
Work highlights
- Represented Tenaga Nasional Berhad in a reinvestment allowance (RA) dispute.
- Represented Hong Leong Yamaha Motor Sdn Bhd, a member of the HongLeong Group, in a sales tax dispute in the Court of Appeal.
- Represented Petron Oil (M) Sdn Bhd, Petron Malaysia Refining & Marketing Bhd, Petron Fuel International Sdn Bhd, reversing a High Court decision in the Court of Appeal.
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Leading associates
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Yap Wen Hui
Practice head
Saravana Kumar; Amira Ahmad Azhar
Other key lawyers
D.P. Naban; Yap Wen Hui