Pure Tax Investigations

Pure Tax Investigations is a premier, specialist advisory firm that acts as an independent and expert intermediary between clients and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The firm is dedicated to providing a robust defence and strategic resolution for individuals and businesses facing the immense pressure of HMRC enquiries, investigations, and disclosures. It is specifically designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, private clients, and large corporates whose complex domestic and international tax affairs have come under HMRC scrutiny. The core value proposition lies in its deep, pragmatic expertise, which is led by former senior HMRC tax inspectors. This unique insight ensures clients receive a service characterised by certainty, absolute discretion, and fierce protection. Pure Tax Investigations manages the full spectrum of compliance issues, from routine checks and compliance reviews to the most serious civil fraud investigations under Code of Practice 9 (COP9) and complex enquiries under Code of Practice 8 (COP8). The firm's mission is to serve as a dedicated specialist fighting relentlessly on behalf of clients to achieve commercial, wealth-preserving resolutions, providing peace of mind during inherently stressful processes.

Specialist Team with Ex-HMRC Insight

The firm's advisory team is comprised of experienced, qualified tax investigation specialists, including former senior HMRC inspectors. This provides clients with an unparalleled strategic advantage, as the team possesses insider knowledge of HMRC's operational approaches, tactics, and decision-making processes, enabling them to anticipate challenges and build the most effective defence and negotiation strategies.

End-to-End Investigation Management

Pure Tax Investigations provides comprehensive management of the entire HMRC engagement process. This includes initial analysis and case evaluation, handling all correspondence, preparing detailed disclosures and reports, negotiating with HMRC officers, and representing clients through to resolution, whether via settlement, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), or tribunal.

Discreet & Bespoke Client Service

Understanding the sensitivity of tax investigations, the firm offers a highly discreet and tailored service. Each client's situation is evaluated individually, with advice and strategy crafted to meet specific commercial aspirations and personal circumstances, ensuring a confidential and personalised approach from start to finish.

Wide Spectrum of Tax Issue Expertise

The firm possesses deep expertise across a vast range of complex tax matters. This includes specialist knowledge in areas such as R&D tax enquiries, Inheritance Tax investigations, offshore disclosures (WDF), property tax (Let Property Campaign), crypto asset enquiries, and corporate criminal offence (CCO) advice, making them a one-stop resource for intricate tax problems.

Facing a Serious HMRC Fraud Investigation (COP9)

When an individual or business receives a Code of Practice 9 (COP9) letter from HMRC's Fraud Investigation Service, it indicates a suspected serious tax fraud. Pure Tax Investigations provides critical expert guidance through this daunting process, managing the contractual disclosure facility (CDF) process, preparing a robust disclosure report, and negotiating to secure the best possible civil settlement and avoid criminal prosecution.

Managing a Complex HMRC Enquiry into a Large Business

Large corporates undergoing intensive, cross-tax enquiries benefit from the firm's structured approach. Pure Tax Investigations acts as a strategic buffer, analysing HMRC's information requests, coordinating with the client's accountants, and deploying technical expertise to challenge HMRC's positions and achieve a commercial resolution that minimises disruption and financial impact.

Making a Voluntary Tax Disclosure

For clients with undisclosed tax liabilities related to offshore assets, rental property income, or crypto gains, the firm facilitates voluntary disclosures through HMRC's campaigns like the Worldwide Disclosure Facility (WDF) or Let Property Campaign (LPC). They ensure the disclosure is complete, accurate, and presented optimally to mitigate penalties and interest.

Responding to an HMRC Compliance Check or Information Notice

Even routine HMRC compliance checks can be burdensome. Pure Tax Investigations steps in to handle all communications, ensuring client responses to information notices (Schedule 36) are legally compliant and strategically sound, preventing a simple check from escalating into a wider, more invasive investigation.

What makes Pure Tax Investigations different from my accountant?

While accountants handle compliance and routine tax filings, Pure Tax Investigations specialises exclusively in contentious tax matters and HMRC investigations. Their team includes ex-HMRC inspectors with direct experience conducting enquiries, giving them unique tactical and procedural insight to defend clients aggressively, which most general practice firms cannot offer.

What should I do if I receive a Code of Practice 9 (COP9) letter from HMRC?

A COP9 letter is extremely serious and requires immediate, expert attention. You should contact a specialist firm like Pure Tax Investigations immediately and before responding to HMRC. They will advise you on your options, typically involving entering the Contractual Disclosure Facility (CDF) to make a full disclosure and seek a civil settlement, which they will manage on your behalf.

Can you help with disclosures for offshore income or gains?

Yes, Pure Tax Investigations has extensive experience managing disclosures through HMRC's Worldwide Disclosure Facility (WDF) and other offshore campaigns. They ensure all historical income, gains, and related tax liabilities are correctly calculated and disclosed in a manner designed to secure the lowest possible penalties under the relevant legislation.

How do you charge for your tax investigation services?

Given the unique nature of each investigation, Pure Tax Investigations typically operates on a fixed-fee or agreed project-fee basis, tailored to the specific scope and complexity of the case. This provides clients with cost certainty from the outset. An initial consultation is offered to discuss the case details and provide a clear fee proposal.