KRA Tax Dispute Resolution Lawyers in Kenya
Challenge incorrect tax assessments and defend your tax position
How We Work
Step 1: Assessment Review
We review the KRA assessment in detail, identify the basis for the additional tax, and assess the strength of your position and potential defences.
Step 2: Formal Objection
We prepare and file a detailed notice of objection within the statutory 30-day period, setting out the legal and factual grounds for challenging the assessment.
Step 3: KRA Engagement
We engage with the KRA objection review team, provide supporting documentation, and negotiate towards a resolution at the administrative level.
Step 4: Alternative Dispute Resolution
If the objection is not resolved satisfactorily, we explore the KRA ADR framework, which provides a facilitated negotiation process to settle disputes.
Step 5: Tax Appeals Tribunal
If ADR fails, we file an appeal before the Tax Appeals Tribunal and represent you in the hearing, presenting evidence and legal arguments.
Step 6: High Court Appeal
If necessary, we appeal the Tribunal's decision to the High Court on questions of law or mixed fact and law.
KRA Tax Dispute Resolution Lawyers in Kenya
The Kenya Revenue Authority wields significant powers to assess, collect, and enforce tax obligations. When KRA issues an additional assessment or imposes penalties that you believe are incorrect or excessive, you have statutory rights to challenge these decisions. Effective exercise of these rights requires experienced tax dispute lawyers who understand both the substantive tax law and the procedural framework.
LHK Advocates represents taxpayers in disputes with KRA at every stage, from informal engagement with tax officers through formal objections, alternative dispute resolution, Tax Appeals Tribunal proceedings, and appeals to the High Court and beyond. We have a strong track record of reducing or eliminating additional tax assessments.
The Tax Procedures Act, 2015 establishes strict timelines for objecting to tax assessments, typically 30 days from the date of the assessment. Missing these deadlines can result in the assessment becoming final and unappealable. It is critical to engage legal counsel promptly upon receiving a disputed tax assessment.
Key Benefits
Timely Objection Filing
We ensure all objections and appeals are filed within the strict statutory deadlines, preserving your right to challenge the assessment.
Technical Tax Analysis
We analyse the substantive tax issues and identify all available defences, including misapplication of the law, incorrect factual findings, and procedural errors.
Penalty & Interest Reduction
We negotiate the reduction or waiver of penalties and interest where the taxpayer has acted in good faith and the assessment was genuinely disputed.
Settlement Negotiation
Where appropriate, we negotiate favourable settlements with KRA through the ADR process, saving the time and cost of Tribunal proceedings.
Frequently Asked Questions
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