Julian Balson
Tax litigation and investigations lawyer. Advises corporates and individuals on tax enquiries, tax disputes, criminal investigations and prosecutions.
Julian is a lawyer in EY’s Tax Controversy & Risk Management team who is experienced in advising companies and individuals being investigated by Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in respect of both civil and criminal matters.
Julian has acted for individuals and corporate clients in many of the largest tax fraud investigations, including several missing intra-community frauds (MTIC). Whilst his priority is securing a settlement with HMRC or obtaining confirmation of no further action, he has experience of litigating at all levels including the Tax Tribunals, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court and Court of Justice of the European Union, as well as criminal defence work before the Magistrates and Crown Courts.
He is a practising solicitor and is rated in Legal 500 for tax litigation and investigations.
