Defending Against Tax Fraud & Evasion Charges

Clear defence to protect your career, business, and future.

Understanding Tax Fraud & Evasion Law in Australia

Tax fraud and evasion allegations can lead to serious criminal penalties.

The ATO pursues these matters aggressively, often alongside parallel investigations by ASIC or the AFP. Our tax fraud lawyers in Sydney act early to challenge evidence, protect reputations, and prevent matters from escalating into lengthy, damaging prosecutions.

WHAT WE DO

Our Tax Fraud Defence Services

ATO Investigations
& Audits

ATO audits often start as routine reviews but can quickly escalate into criminal investigations. We engage early to protect client rights, negotiate with investigators, and prevent charges being laid.

False Accounting & Reporting Allegations

Charges involving misrepresentation of income, expenses, or financial records carry both criminal and commercial consequences. We test the evidence with forensic accountants and build strong defence strategies.

Corporate Tax Liability

Directors and business owners are often held personally liable for alleged tax offences within their companies. We provide commercially focused defence that protects both personal and corporate interests.

Protecting Reputations in High-Stakes Investigations

Tax fraud allegations strike at the heart of professional credibility. For accountants, executives, and directors, even the suggestion of dishonesty can derail careers. Our approach is built around preserving reputations, minimising exposure, and achieving resolutions that let clients move forward.

FAQs

  • The ATO can pursue both civil penalties and criminal charges. With early intervention, we can often negotiate outcomes that avoid prosecution.

  • Yes. Professions regulated by ASIC, CAANZ, CPA, and other bodies can suspend or cancel licences following a conviction. We work to protect credentials and careers at every stage.

  • In many cases, yes. We aim to resolve matters through negotiation or diversion before they escalate to a public trial.

  • Yes. Serious cases of tax fraud can result in prison sentences, particularly if they involve deliberate evasion or large sums of money. With the right defence, penalties can often be reduced or avoided altogether.

  • Do not attempt to handle it alone. A misstep in responding can escalate the matter. Contact a lawyer immediately so we can manage communications with the ATO and protect your rights.